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The world's largest international shark, ray, and chimaera scientific conference. ~ Join us in Sri Lanka in 2026.
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🦈 International Day for Biological Diversity 🐟 Sharks and rays play a crucial role in maintaining the health and balance of marine ecosystems. To spotlight their importance and drive global action, #SI2026 is coming to Colombo 🇱🇰 (4–8 May, 2026). 📸 Imagery by Kogia Library (www.kogia.org)

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🦈 Blotched Fantail Ray 🌍 Conservation Status: Vulnerable (IUCN Red List) ⚠️ Threats: Bycatch, trade & habitat degradation. Interested in learning more about chondrichthyan research, management advances, and explore new collaborations? Join us #SI2026! 🎥 Simon Hilbourne

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Welcome to Sri Lanka! 🇱🇰 From beautiful landscapes and rich culture to incredible food and wildlife, explore it all in our Sri Lanka Spotlight Series — your guide ahead of the conference! 🗓️ Join us in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 4-8 May 2026 for Sharks International 2026!

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🦈 According to the IUCN Red List, over 37% of all shark and ray species are threatened with extinction. On #EndangeredSpeciesDay, we’re reminded of the urgent need for action. 👉 Join us at #SI2026 to share solutions, advance science & drive global chondrichthyan conservation.

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🦈 Shark eyesight = next-level 👀 Thanks to a reflective layer (tapetum lucidum), sharks see exceptionally well in low light. 📅 Learn more and connect with the world’s leading shark experts at #SI2026 in 🇱🇰 Colombo, 4–8 May 2026 – the world’s biggest chondrichthyan conference!

submitted 19 days ago • 1 comment

💬 Introducing: #SI2026 Community Questions Got questions about sharks, rays, or chimaeras? Drop them in the comments or send them our way! Each month, we’ll feature one and invite the community to share answers, insights, and more!

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🦈 Blotched Fantail Ray (Taeniurops meyeni) Interested in learning more about chondrichthyan research, management advances, and explore new opportunities for collaboration? Join us at the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference from 4-8 May 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka!

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📢 #SI2026 – Update! ✅ Proposal reviews are complete & acceptance emails have been sent! 📩 Check your inbox (and spam) & confirm participation by 15 May. 🎤 Shortlisted keynote speakers have also been notified. ⏳ Abstract submissions & registration not open yet—stay tuned!

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Discover the fascinating world of sharks, rays, and chimaeras in our new social media species highlight series! Every few weeks, we'll introduce a new species and share insights into its distribution, ecology, threats, and more 📸 Ocean Image Bank | Masayuki Agawa

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We’ve received 150+ proposals for Sharks International 2026—thank you! Our committee is reviewing submissions, with final decisions by end of April. 📄 Abstract submissions & registration open later this year. Stay tuned for updates on #SI2026! 📸 Ocean Image Bank | Jake Wilton

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A 20% registration discount is available for all SAARC and low-income country participants (students or professionals) who are leading a symposium. View the full list of countries here: datatopics.worldbank.org/world-develo... 🔗 Proposal Submission Form: lnkd.in/gWrwTUCc

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Help shape #SI2026, the world’s largest shark, ray, and chimaera conference, May 4–8, 2026, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, by submitting your proposals. 📄 Reminder: The call for abstracts opens later this year! 🔗 Click this link to access the submission form: lnkd.in/gWrwTUCc

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🦈 Learn more about sharks, rays, and chimaeras! 🌍 Sharks International is the world’s largest conference for Chondrichthyes. Follow our page for the latest on #SI2026, insights into sharks, rays, and chimaeras, discover Sri Lanka with us, and much more! 📸 Rui Oliveria

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📣 DEADLINE EXTENDED ✏️ We've already received great session ideas and keynote nominations! However, due to some requests, we're extending the proposal deadline. 📅 *NEW* Deadline: 25 March 2025 🔗 Click this link to access the submission form: lnkd.in/gWrwTUCc

submitted 81 days ago • 0 comments

🌍 Celebrating World Wildlife Day! 🦈 Join us at the world’s largest chondrichthyan conference from 4-8 May 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Connect with scientists, conservationists, policymakers, shark enthusiasts and more! #SI2026

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🦈 Open Call for Proposals! 📅 Submission deadline: March 15, 2025 📩 Reviewed by our scientific panel—responses by April 2025 🔗 Click this link to access the submission form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 📸 (2-4) Daniel Fernando #SI2026

submitted 96 days ago • 1 comment

OPEN CALL for Sharks International 2026 proposals for keynote speakers, themed sessions and panels, workshops, and side events 📢 🦈 Please submit proposals via: forms.gle/9EiKJVncMoa7... Deadline: 15th March 2025

submitted 138 days ago • 1 comment

Mark your calendars and save the date - we have exciting news! 🗓️ 🦈 The 5th Sharks International conference is set to take place from 4th to 8th May 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Share and follow us for updates! @saveourseas.bsky.social @newenglandaquarium.bsky.social #sharksinternational2026

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