Shark Watch works to conserve the sharks that live in the seas off South Australia by contributing to our limited knowledge of these ancient creatures, and by increasing awareness and understanding of their importance to the health of our oceans. This project builds on the White Sharks Count project previously run on Eyre Peninsula by ConservationSA. Download Shark Watch brochure
While sharks have lived in our seas for over 400 million years, we know very little about them - largely because they are so difficult, and in many cases expensive, to study. Researchers are gradually increasing our understanding of them but a lot more information is needed! Shark Watch helps to gather this information by encouraging and supporting the community to provide information and photos of sharks that they see while fishing, boating, diving, surfing, etc.
Shark Watch also undertakes community education activities to share information about our sharks and to break down some of the myths surrounding them.
As well as needing people to provide photos and report sightings, Shark Watch needs volunteers from across the state to act as local contacts for the project and to encourage people in their community to provide photos and sightings reports. Volunteers are also needed to help with research, community education activities and general office tasks. Please contact Chris Ball at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or on 8223 5155 if you are able to help or if you would like more information about the project or how you can get involved.
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