Shark Ray 360 is an international conservation collective advancing the scientific understanding, care and conservation of critically endangered bowmouth guitarfish (Rhina ancylostomus) both in human care and throughout their native ranges. Shark Ray 360 is made up of more than 30 contributors across four continents representing zoos and aquariums, universities, global conservation groups, researchers, fisheries experts and more – all focused on creating and implementing innovative... Read More →

The ReShark Ramblings’ blog is a compilation of recent ReShark activities created by its director Dr. Mark Erdmann. A few highlights from Ramblings #12 StAR Thailand adds shark nannies and plans the construction of their new nursery The new Misool nursery on Kalig island up and running. After the installation of their Nursery Life Support System, their first egg shipment arrived StAR Indonesia releases its 80th pup and the SW Papua governor and his wife release a pup named in their honor.... Read More →

Photo caption: A Chinese foreign national (WNA) with the initials WS was proven to have violated the law in connection with illegal hunting in the waters of Piaynemo, Raja Ampat Regency, Southwest Papua. The perpetrator, who had previously been detained by the Solong Immigration Office on Monday (14/9/2026), was handed over to the Southwest Papua Regional Police (Polda) along with a number of pieces of evidence on Tuesday (22/9/2026) to be processed under the law. (DOK. Directorate General... Read More →

Misool Resort begins its 19th season with a bang with growth at every level!  Read all about it in their newsletter. Highlights include: *Misool’s Big Five: not what you think! *Misool Foundation: Providing better protection *New boats *Reef Restoration *Staff training/development *More energy storage and less LPG usage **Plus Misool’s sharks are in the BBC news!   Read it all here ⬇︎ Misool Newsletter: Season 19 has begun. Read More →