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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · 7d

I spit out my tea at the chimps name! What a wild ride that was

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Rebecca R Helm @rebeccarhelm.bsky.social · 14d

I get that the news cycle is packed right now, but I just heard from a colleague at the Smithsonian that this is fully a GIANT SQUID BEING EATEN BY A SPERM WHALE and it’s possibly the first ever confirmed video according to a friend at NOAA

10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · 15d

Nuacht go maith!

Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · 15d

We are delighted to have contributed to this compendium of Important Shark and Ray Areas (ISRAs) in the European Atlantic, lending more evidence to the importance of Irish waters, not just for our focus species the Basking Shark...

IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group @iucnshark.bsky.social · 15d

PRESS RELEASE |
124 Important Shark and Ray Areas Identified Across the European Atlantic

Available here: sharkrayareas.org/124-importan...

© Lars von Ritter Zahony | Ocean Image Bank

@SharkRayFund @_BMUKN @rewild @BonnConvention #shark #ray #chimaera #ISRA #conservation #marine

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · 15d

I'm very proud to have contributed to this important work with @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social

Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · 15d

We are delighted to have contributed to this compendium of Important Shark and Ray Areas (ISRAs) in the European Atlantic, lending more evidence to the importance of Irish waters, not just for our focus species the Basking Shark...

IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group @iucnshark.bsky.social · 15d

PRESS RELEASE |
124 Important Shark and Ray Areas Identified Across the European Atlantic

Available here: sharkrayareas.org/124-importan...

© Lars von Ritter Zahony | Ocean Image Bank

@SharkRayFund @_BMUKN @rewild @BonnConvention #shark #ray #chimaera #ISRA #conservation #marine

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · 15d

One of the best conferences I've ever been too (but I'm probably biased here). So proud to have put this together with the amazing @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social team.

Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · 15d

Reflecting on the International Basking Shark Conference last month, we are all still so inspired by the energy and passion captured in one weekend.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMCg...

Irish Basking Shark Group - International Basking Shark Conference 2025

YouTube video by Swimming Head Productions

www.youtube.com

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irishwildlifetrust.bsky.social @irishwildlifetrust.bsky.social · 15d

Tune in to Prime Time on RTÉ One tonight at 10.35pm for a feature on why Ireland is lagging behind on marine protection and why this matters🦈
More here: www.rte.ie/.../1534897-....
@fairseas.ie
Image credit: Basking Shark by George Karbus

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Sustainable Water Network (SWAN) @swanireland.ie · 15d

Net loss? Why Ireland trails Europe on marine protection. 🦈🌊

Don't miss this tonight on RTE's Prime Time at 10.35pm after #TraitorsIreland 👀

#rtept

www.rte.ie/news/primeti...

Net loss? Why Ireland trails Europe on marine protection

Marine Protected Areas are seen as a solution to biodiversity loss and dwindling fish stocks, but why has Ireland has yet to deliver the law to make them real?

www.rte.ie

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David Shiffman, Ph.D. 🦈 @whysharksmatter.bsky.social · 23d

Friends, I am helping the The Natural History Society of Maryland to design a shark science and conservation exhibit, and we can use your help funding it!

Learn more about the exhibit and learn how you can donate here: 🧪🦑🌎🦈 #SciComm

www.southernfriedscience.com/help-support...

www.southernfriedscience.com

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · Sep 1

On Achill, the weather went from terrible to beautiful and we were able to hear from one of the last shark hunters, see beautiful sights, and hear beautiful music. Go raibh míle maith agaibh to everyone who made this conference so special 💙🦈

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · Sep 1

I have never been more proud to work with @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social! After a compressed planning process, we held two packed days of fintastic basking shark talks. I've never felt more inspire or excited to continue basking shark research and advocacy.

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Sep 1

After months of preparation this weekend we successfully hosted the second International Basking shark conference at ATU Galway followed by our Ocean Literacy day event on Achill Island, cohosted by:
@npwsireland.bsky.social & Irish Whale and Dolphin Group

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Sep 1

But for now I will leave you with this quote from fellow IBSG member @divingwsharks.bsky.social in her closing address “conferences are planned by a small committee but made special by everyone who attends”.

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 29

We are kicking off our international conference on basking sharks! Come see our life size shark at ATU

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · Aug 29

Basking sharks were called (liamhán gréine) Sunfish in Irish ☀️ so stoked to finally be in Ireland with @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social for our international conference on basking sharks!

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Fair Seas @fairseas.ie · Aug 26

Great to be part of the unveiling of this life-sized sculpture of a basking shark at the Spanish Arch in Galway.

It was specially commissioned for the International Basking Shark Conference (Aug 29-31). More details on this exciting conference is here: www.baskingshark.ie/conference2025

Be there!

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Jul 26

Check out our schedule!
Virtual registration is still open and on site registration will be available for €160.
www.baskingshark.ie/conference2025

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 25

Yesterday, the IBSG and Fair Seas unveiled a life size sculpture of a basking shark for Heritage Week in Galway!
The sculpture created by well-known prop-maker Tommy Casby was part-funded by The Heritage Council and with support from Galway City Council.

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Jul 25

On August 31st, as part of Ocean Literacy Day, The Achill Sound will be playing at Keel Community Hall!
Get details and a downloadable schedule here: www.baskingshark.ie/conference2025
#sharkweek #Achill

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Francisco Blaha @franciscoblaha.bsky.social · Aug 13

After setting out to understand the relationship between consumption and wellbeing, the researchers found people are happier and more satisfied when adopting sustainable lifestyles and resisting the temptations of consumerism. www.eurekalert.org/news-release...

Forget materialism, a simple life is happier: research

In an age where billionaires and conspicuous consumption are increasingly on display, new Otago-led research shows a simple life really is a happier life.

www.eurekalert.org

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

As always we promote our code of conduct when you are out on the coast seeing these marvellous animals, this can be found on our website: www.baskingshark.ie/downloads

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · May 6

What should you do if you see a #BaskingShark?
Well, report your sighting as soon as you can! Visit our website to get information on where and what information to submit. Sightings are very important for conservation research!
www.baskingshark.ie/report-a-sig...

Report a Sighting | The Irish Basking Shark Group

Promoting sustainable research, education, and conservation of Ireland's marine wildlife.

www.baskingshark.ie

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Dr. Chelsea Gray @divingwsharks.bsky.social · Aug 13

Please tell the sharks to stay. I will be in Ireland so soon!

Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

Incredible footage captured of a basking shark breaching off Loop head Co Clare. Watch as the world’s second largest fish jumps out of the water.

Footage from Treas Heapes onboard Sally O’Keefee sailing to Inis Oirr.

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

We've recently published research basking shark breaching behavior. How kind of them to demonstrate it again on camera!

Footage from Treas Heapes onboard Sally O’Keefee sailing to Inis Oirr.

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Jul 16

Are you sad that you missed registration for the International Conference on basking Sharks? Don't worry! Our online registration will be available until just before conference starts and we will be offering on-site registration at ATU

www.baskingshark.ie/conference2025

Home | The Irish Basking Shark Group

The Irish Basking Shark Group is promoting sustainable research, education, and conservation of Ireland's marine wildlife.

www.baskingshark.ie

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Irish Basking Shark Group @irishbaskingshark.bsky.social · Aug 13

During our FREE Ocean Literacy event on Achill Island on 31st August, we will be screening three following films about basking sharks.....
#achill #baskingshark #sharkscience

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