Sharks International 2026
@sharks-int.bsky.social
The world's largest international shark, ray, and chimaera scientific conference.
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Join us in Sri Lanka in 2026.
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Join us in Sri Lanka in 2026.
🏆 SI2026 Student Awards!
Are you ready to showcase your shark, ray or chimaera science at Sharks International? Present your poster or oral presentation at Sharks International 2026 and you could win a free PeerJ publication (£1,995)!
🔗 si2026.org
Are you ready to showcase your shark, ray or chimaera science at Sharks International? Present your poster or oral presentation at Sharks International 2026 and you could win a free PeerJ publication (£1,995)!
🔗 si2026.org
November 25, 2025 at 2:58 PM
🏆 SI2026 Student Awards!
Are you ready to showcase your shark, ray or chimaera science at Sharks International? Present your poster or oral presentation at Sharks International 2026 and you could win a free PeerJ publication (£1,995)!
🔗 si2026.org
Are you ready to showcase your shark, ray or chimaera science at Sharks International? Present your poster or oral presentation at Sharks International 2026 and you could win a free PeerJ publication (£1,995)!
🔗 si2026.org
A guide to: Sri Lankan Wildlife 🐆
Sri Lanka is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to unique and endemic species, including around 140 mammals, 400 birds, and 170 reptiles.
🦈 SI2026
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
🔗 si2026.org
Sri Lanka is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to unique and endemic species, including around 140 mammals, 400 birds, and 170 reptiles.
🦈 SI2026
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
🔗 si2026.org
November 18, 2025 at 12:32 PM
A guide to: Sri Lankan Wildlife 🐆
Sri Lanka is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to unique and endemic species, including around 140 mammals, 400 birds, and 170 reptiles.
🦈 SI2026
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
🔗 si2026.org
Sri Lanka is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to unique and endemic species, including around 140 mammals, 400 birds, and 170 reptiles.
🦈 SI2026
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
🔗 si2026.org
📣 Announcement! Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to November 30, 2025
Being guilty of last minute submissions ourselves, we felt that a few more days would help those of you processing your abstract ideas!
👉 si2026.org
Being guilty of last minute submissions ourselves, we felt that a few more days would help those of you processing your abstract ideas!
👉 si2026.org
November 13, 2025 at 8:49 PM
📣 Announcement! Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to November 30, 2025
Being guilty of last minute submissions ourselves, we felt that a few more days would help those of you processing your abstract ideas!
👉 si2026.org
Being guilty of last minute submissions ourselves, we felt that a few more days would help those of you processing your abstract ideas!
👉 si2026.org
📣 2 Days left! Call for Abstracts for Sharks International 2026! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗si2026.org.
🔗si2026.org.
November 13, 2025 at 10:04 AM
📣 2 Days left! Call for Abstracts for Sharks International 2026! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗si2026.org.
🔗si2026.org.
🦈 Session Highlights!
🌊 Ecology and Biology - Unveiling Sharks and Rays for Informed Management
🔬 Research Approaches, Technology, and Tools
Submit your abstract or learn more at si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
🌊 Ecology and Biology - Unveiling Sharks and Rays for Informed Management
🔬 Research Approaches, Technology, and Tools
Submit your abstract or learn more at si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
November 13, 2025 at 7:10 AM
🦈 Session Highlights!
🌊 Ecology and Biology - Unveiling Sharks and Rays for Informed Management
🔬 Research Approaches, Technology, and Tools
Submit your abstract or learn more at si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
🌊 Ecology and Biology - Unveiling Sharks and Rays for Informed Management
🔬 Research Approaches, Technology, and Tools
Submit your abstract or learn more at si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
📣 Call for Abstracts!
Session Highlight: From Ocean to Plate: Unpacking the Shark & Ray Meat Market
🔗 Submit your abstract or learn more about Sharks International 2026: si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
Session Highlight: From Ocean to Plate: Unpacking the Shark & Ray Meat Market
🔗 Submit your abstract or learn more about Sharks International 2026: si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
November 10, 2025 at 9:55 AM
📣 Call for Abstracts!
Session Highlight: From Ocean to Plate: Unpacking the Shark & Ray Meat Market
🔗 Submit your abstract or learn more about Sharks International 2026: si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
Session Highlight: From Ocean to Plate: Unpacking the Shark & Ray Meat Market
🔗 Submit your abstract or learn more about Sharks International 2026: si2026.org
🗓️ Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
📣 Pick Your Session, Share Your Knowledge: Submit Your Abstract For #SI2026!
🔬 Submit your abstract! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
🔬 Submit your abstract! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
October 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM
📣 Pick Your Session, Share Your Knowledge: Submit Your Abstract For #SI2026!
🔬 Submit your abstract! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
🔬 Submit your abstract! Whether you’re a student, researcher, policymaker, or conservationist, #SI2026 welcomes your contributions.
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
🦈 Get ready for Sharks International 2026!
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo
🧾 Abstract submissions close 15 November 2025!
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
#SI2026 #CallForAbstracts #Registration #SharksInternational2026 #Chondrichthyans
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo
🧾 Abstract submissions close 15 November 2025!
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
#SI2026 #CallForAbstracts #Registration #SharksInternational2026 #Chondrichthyans
October 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
🦈 Get ready for Sharks International 2026!
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo
🧾 Abstract submissions close 15 November 2025!
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
#SI2026 #CallForAbstracts #Registration #SharksInternational2026 #Chondrichthyans
📅 Dates: 4-8 May
📍 Location: Colombo
🧾 Abstract submissions close 15 November 2025!
🔗 Learn more by visiting our website: si2026.org
#SI2026 #CallForAbstracts #Registration #SharksInternational2026 #Chondrichthyans
Species Highlight: Port Jackson Shark (Heterodontus portusjacksoni)
🌍 Conservation Status: Least Concern
⚠️ Threats: Bycatch
📝 Registration and abstract submission for SI2026 is now open!
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🌍 Conservation Status: Least Concern
⚠️ Threats: Bycatch
📝 Registration and abstract submission for SI2026 is now open!
🔗 si2026.org
October 22, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Species Highlight: Port Jackson Shark (Heterodontus portusjacksoni)
🌍 Conservation Status: Least Concern
⚠️ Threats: Bycatch
📝 Registration and abstract submission for SI2026 is now open!
🔗 si2026.org
🌍 Conservation Status: Least Concern
⚠️ Threats: Bycatch
📝 Registration and abstract submission for SI2026 is now open!
🔗 si2026.org
🦈 Side Events at Sharks International 2026!
📆 SI2026 side events will run during lunch breaks and early evenings, with final dates and times confirmed in 2026.
👉 Refer to website for more info: si2026.org
📆 SI2026 side events will run during lunch breaks and early evenings, with final dates and times confirmed in 2026.
👉 Refer to website for more info: si2026.org
October 21, 2025 at 2:26 PM
🦈 Side Events at Sharks International 2026!
📆 SI2026 side events will run during lunch breaks and early evenings, with final dates and times confirmed in 2026.
👉 Refer to website for more info: si2026.org
📆 SI2026 side events will run during lunch breaks and early evenings, with final dates and times confirmed in 2026.
👉 Refer to website for more info: si2026.org
📣 Call for Abstracts for Sharks International 2026!
🗓️ There’s just ONE MONTH LEFT to submit your abstract for Sharks International 2026!
🔗Submit your abstract and register for Sharks International 2026 by visiting our website: si2026.org.
🗓️ There’s just ONE MONTH LEFT to submit your abstract for Sharks International 2026!
🔗Submit your abstract and register for Sharks International 2026 by visiting our website: si2026.org.
October 15, 2025 at 4:57 PM
📣 Call for Abstracts for Sharks International 2026!
🗓️ There’s just ONE MONTH LEFT to submit your abstract for Sharks International 2026!
🔗Submit your abstract and register for Sharks International 2026 by visiting our website: si2026.org.
🗓️ There’s just ONE MONTH LEFT to submit your abstract for Sharks International 2026!
🔗Submit your abstract and register for Sharks International 2026 by visiting our website: si2026.org.
🌊 Student Volunteers Wanted for Sharks International 2026!
🎟️ Selected volunteers will receive partial (or full) reimbursement of their registration fees at the event (in cash).
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 15/12/2025
👉 si2026.org/participate/...
🎟️ Selected volunteers will receive partial (or full) reimbursement of their registration fees at the event (in cash).
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 15/12/2025
👉 si2026.org/participate/...
October 5, 2025 at 5:30 AM
🌊 Student Volunteers Wanted for Sharks International 2026!
🎟️ Selected volunteers will receive partial (or full) reimbursement of their registration fees at the event (in cash).
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 15/12/2025
👉 si2026.org/participate/...
🎟️ Selected volunteers will receive partial (or full) reimbursement of their registration fees at the event (in cash).
🗓️ Deadline to apply: 15/12/2025
👉 si2026.org/participate/...
🦈 Panels at Sharks International 2026!
📣 SI2026 will feature expert-led panels on chondrichthyan topics, covering conservation, policy, research, and research approaches.
🔗 Visit the link to submit your abstract, and register for #SI2026: si2026.org
📣 SI2026 will feature expert-led panels on chondrichthyan topics, covering conservation, policy, research, and research approaches.
🔗 Visit the link to submit your abstract, and register for #SI2026: si2026.org
October 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
🦈 Panels at Sharks International 2026!
📣 SI2026 will feature expert-led panels on chondrichthyan topics, covering conservation, policy, research, and research approaches.
🔗 Visit the link to submit your abstract, and register for #SI2026: si2026.org
📣 SI2026 will feature expert-led panels on chondrichthyan topics, covering conservation, policy, research, and research approaches.
🔗 Visit the link to submit your abstract, and register for #SI2026: si2026.org
Abstract submissions are now open for Sharks International 2026, taking place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 4-8 May 2026.
📣 Help spread the word! Share this opportunity with colleagues who may be interested.
🔗 Submit your abstract by visiting our website: si2026.org
📣 Help spread the word! Share this opportunity with colleagues who may be interested.
🔗 Submit your abstract by visiting our website: si2026.org
September 22, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Abstract submissions are now open for Sharks International 2026, taking place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 4-8 May 2026.
📣 Help spread the word! Share this opportunity with colleagues who may be interested.
🔗 Submit your abstract by visiting our website: si2026.org
📣 Help spread the word! Share this opportunity with colleagues who may be interested.
🔗 Submit your abstract by visiting our website: si2026.org
Something big is coming in 2026…
Sharks International returns, and for the first time ever, it’s happening in Asia. From May 4-8, 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka will host the world’s largest shark, ray & chimaera conference.
🔗 Find out more & get involved: si2026.org
Sharks International returns, and for the first time ever, it’s happening in Asia. From May 4-8, 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka will host the world’s largest shark, ray & chimaera conference.
🔗 Find out more & get involved: si2026.org
September 18, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Something big is coming in 2026…
Sharks International returns, and for the first time ever, it’s happening in Asia. From May 4-8, 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka will host the world’s largest shark, ray & chimaera conference.
🔗 Find out more & get involved: si2026.org
Sharks International returns, and for the first time ever, it’s happening in Asia. From May 4-8, 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka will host the world’s largest shark, ray & chimaera conference.
🔗 Find out more & get involved: si2026.org
📣 Join the sessions at Sharks International 2026! Submit your abstract and select a session to participate in the conference, taking place 4–8 May 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Sessions will explore a wide range of chondrichthyan topics!
🔗 si2026.org
🔗 si2026.org
September 14, 2025 at 11:02 AM
📣 Join the sessions at Sharks International 2026! Submit your abstract and select a session to participate in the conference, taking place 4–8 May 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Sessions will explore a wide range of chondrichthyan topics!
🔗 si2026.org
🔗 si2026.org
🦈 Swipe across to see the workshops you can join at Sharks International 2026! (Part 2)
👥 Discover the next set of workshops at SI2026, taking place on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026
🔗 si2026.org
👥 Discover the next set of workshops at SI2026, taking place on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026
🔗 si2026.org
September 8, 2025 at 10:06 AM
🦈 Swipe across to see the workshops you can join at Sharks International 2026! (Part 2)
👥 Discover the next set of workshops at SI2026, taking place on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026
🔗 si2026.org
👥 Discover the next set of workshops at SI2026, taking place on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026
🔗 si2026.org
🦈 Workshops at Sharks International 2026! (Part 1)
👥 Get ready for an exciting lineup of workshops! Running on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026!
🔗 si2026.org
👥 Get ready for an exciting lineup of workshops! Running on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026!
🔗 si2026.org
September 3, 2025 at 9:55 AM
🦈 Workshops at Sharks International 2026! (Part 1)
👥 Get ready for an exciting lineup of workshops! Running on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026!
🔗 si2026.org
👥 Get ready for an exciting lineup of workshops! Running on 2-3 May and 9-10 May 2026!
🔗 si2026.org
We’re excited to welcome Zoya Tyabji as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
A marine ecologist and PhD candidate at Dalhousie University, Zoya’s work bridges science, policy, and community engagement to conserve sharks and rays in South Asia.
🔗 si2026.org
A marine ecologist and PhD candidate at Dalhousie University, Zoya’s work bridges science, policy, and community engagement to conserve sharks and rays in South Asia.
🔗 si2026.org
August 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
We’re excited to welcome Zoya Tyabji as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
A marine ecologist and PhD candidate at Dalhousie University, Zoya’s work bridges science, policy, and community engagement to conserve sharks and rays in South Asia.
🔗 si2026.org
A marine ecologist and PhD candidate at Dalhousie University, Zoya’s work bridges science, policy, and community engagement to conserve sharks and rays in South Asia.
🔗 si2026.org
We’re delighted to welcome Stan Shea as a keynote speaker at Sharks International 2026!
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4–8 May 2026 to hear Stan’s insights on trade and conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4–8 May 2026 to hear Stan’s insights on trade and conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
August 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
We’re delighted to welcome Stan Shea as a keynote speaker at Sharks International 2026!
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4–8 May 2026 to hear Stan’s insights on trade and conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4–8 May 2026 to hear Stan’s insights on trade and conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
We’re honoured to welcome Sarah Fowler as a keynote at #SI2026! With 45+ years in marine biodiversity conservation, Sarah has shaped global shark policy, co-founded the Shark Trust & EEA, and was awarded an OBE for her services. 🌍
🔗 si2026.org
🔗 si2026.org
August 19, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We’re honoured to welcome Sarah Fowler as a keynote at #SI2026! With 45+ years in marine biodiversity conservation, Sarah has shaped global shark policy, co-founded the Shark Trust & EEA, and was awarded an OBE for her services. 🌍
🔗 si2026.org
🔗 si2026.org
We’re excited to welcome Rafid Shidqi as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
📅 Join #SI2026 to hear Rafid share his inspiring journey and vision for community-driven shark conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
📅 Join #SI2026 to hear Rafid share his inspiring journey and vision for community-driven shark conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
August 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
We’re excited to welcome Rafid Shidqi as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
📅 Join #SI2026 to hear Rafid share his inspiring journey and vision for community-driven shark conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
📅 Join #SI2026 to hear Rafid share his inspiring journey and vision for community-driven shark conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
👉 si2026.org
Planning your trip to Sri Lanka? Check your ETA eligibility: eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
As of 20 Apr 2025, passport holders from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast & Ghana cannot apply online 👉 The SI2026 team will assist you, email 📧 [email protected].
🔗 si2026.org/travel-and-v...
As of 20 Apr 2025, passport holders from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast & Ghana cannot apply online 👉 The SI2026 team will assist you, email 📧 [email protected].
🔗 si2026.org/travel-and-v...
August 16, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Planning your trip to Sri Lanka? Check your ETA eligibility: eta.gov.lk/slvisa/
As of 20 Apr 2025, passport holders from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast & Ghana cannot apply online 👉 The SI2026 team will assist you, email 📧 [email protected].
🔗 si2026.org/travel-and-v...
As of 20 Apr 2025, passport holders from Cameroon, Nigeria, Ivory Coast & Ghana cannot apply online 👉 The SI2026 team will assist you, email 📧 [email protected].
🔗 si2026.org/travel-and-v...
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Marta D. Palacios as a keynote speaker at Sharks International 2026!
📝 Registration and abstract submission are now open - don’t miss your chance to be part of #SI2026!
🔗 si2026.org
📝 Registration and abstract submission are now open - don’t miss your chance to be part of #SI2026!
🔗 si2026.org
August 15, 2025 at 9:58 AM
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Marta D. Palacios as a keynote speaker at Sharks International 2026!
📝 Registration and abstract submission are now open - don’t miss your chance to be part of #SI2026!
🔗 si2026.org
📝 Registration and abstract submission are now open - don’t miss your chance to be part of #SI2026!
🔗 si2026.org
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Guy Stevens as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4-8 May 2026 to hear Guy share his expertise on manta and devil ray conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
🔗 si2026.org
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4-8 May 2026 to hear Guy share his expertise on manta and devil ray conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
🔗 si2026.org
August 12, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Guy Stevens as a keynote speaker at #SI2026!
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4-8 May 2026 to hear Guy share his expertise on manta and devil ray conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
🔗 si2026.org
📅 Join us in Sri Lanka from 4-8 May 2026 to hear Guy share his expertise on manta and devil ray conservation at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference.
🔗 si2026.org