Sharks have roamed our oceans since before the time of dinosaurs, but their long reign at the top of the ocean food chain may be ending. The onset of industrial fishing over the past 60 years has drastically depleted their populations. The Global Shark Conservation Campaign works to protect these ancient creatures of the deep. http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room.aspx <p><span>Officials in New Caledonia banned shark fishing in the country’s waters, creating a sanctuary about the size of South Africa. </span></p> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:04:56 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899470684&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=New Caledonia Creates Shark Sanctuary&WT.z_contenttype=PressRelease Five species of sharks and two species of manta rays will now be subject to international trade regulation under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, or CITES, a move that could save these threatened species from total collapse. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:25:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899459297&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=Pew Applauds Unprecedented Conservation Win for Sharks and Manta Rays&WT.z_contenttype=PressRelease The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) will be held March 3-14, 2013, in Bangkok. Pew will be advocating for greater protection for seven shark species and two mantra ray species. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:04:47 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/our_work_report_detail.aspx?id=85899455776&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=International Endangered Species Conference Seeks Protection for Sharks&WT.z_contenttype=Report According to scientific findings released today in the peer-reviewed journal <em>Marine Policy</em>, the number of sharks killed each year in commercial fisheries is estimated at 100 million, with a range between 63 million and 273 million. The authors also warn that the rate of fishing for shark species, many of which grow slowly and reproduce late in life, exceeds their ability to recover. Fri, 01 Mar 2013 11:51:05 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899455773&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=New Study Says 100 Million Sharks Killed Annually&WT.z_contenttype=PressRelease <p>The Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, or CITES, takes place in Bangkok, Thailand - March 3 to 14. </p> <p>At this critical meeting, governments will debate adding five species of sharks and two species of manta rays to the treaty. A positive result will limit international trade of shark fin and meat and manta gill rakers and help reduce the threat of over fishing facing these species. </p> <p>For nearly 40 years, CITES has shielded thousands of plants and animals from overexploitation through international trade. This treaty is considered one of the best-enforced international conservation agreements. <br /><br />Pew experts highlight key issues under discussion and potential outcomes for this important meeting. </p> <p> </p> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:40:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/our_work_report_detail.aspx?id=85899452737&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=CITES 101: Pew Experts Discuss Protection for Sharks and Manta Rays&WT.z_contenttype=Report At the conclusion of their week-long meeting in Agadir, 48 member governments of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas today adopted positive measures that will help conserve the iconic Atlantic bluefin tuna, and advance shark protection in the future. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 10:20:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899431328&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=ICCAT Follows Scientific Advice on Atlantic Bluefin Tuna, Makes Some Progress on Sharks, Efforts to Combat Illegal Fishing&WT.z_contenttype=PressRelease American Samoa, a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean, implemented a series of measures this week to protect sharks within its waters. Shark fishing is now banned in its territorial waters, and the sale, possession, and distribution of fins and other shark parts, is prohibited. <br /> Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:50:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899431034&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=American Samoa Ends Shark Fin Trade, Shark Fishing in Coastal Waters&WT.z_contenttype=Summary An op-ed by the Pew Environment Group’s Debbie Salamone describes how shark attack survivors have become effective advocates for preserving endangered sharks around the world.<b> </b> Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:05:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899418388&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=The Shark Attack that Changed My Life (Fall 2012 Trust Magazine)&WT.z_contenttype=Summary Kosrae has become the first member of the Federated States of Micronesia to establish shark protections in its waters. The unanimous vote by the legislature in Kosrae, a small island of 7,700 people in the Pacific, is an important step in the creation of the world’s first regional shark sanctuary, which will encompass 2 million square miles of ocean. The legislation now heads to Gov. Lyndon Jackson’s desk for signature. <br /><br /> Thu, 20 Sep 2012 10:40:00 GMT http://www.pewtrusts.org/news_room_detail.aspx?id=85899418987&WT.rss_ev=f&WT.rss_f=Global Shark Conservation&WT.rss_a=Small Island of Kosrae Joins Effort to Create Massive Shark Sanctuary&WT.z_contenttype=PressRelease Terms and Conditions Page http://www.pewtrusts.org/terms_and_conditions.aspx