Field Notes

Science, Sharks, and Accountability at SC21 in Tonga

From August 12–21, 2025, the Kingdom of Tonga hosted the 21st annual meeting of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission Scientific Committee. Policy Director, Bubba Cook, reports back from the meeting.

Nice Moves in Nice

UNOC’s gathering of world leaders delivered some modest meaningful progress for shark and ray conservation, though lofty statements and commitments only get you so far.

Important Shark and Ray Areas

Sharks Pacific was part of the team working toward designating six Important Shark and Ray Areas.

Tracking Sharks: Mr. Grumpy

Have you ever wondered where our tagged sharks go? So do we!

In this series we share the journeys of individual sharks as evaluated by our Research Director, Vinay Udyawer.