Globally shark populations are on the decline. One third of pelagic -open ocean sharks are threatened with extinction. Sharks are being overfished and the shark fin trade is threatening large […]
Read MoreU.S. Supreme Court Denies Challenge to California Shark Fin Ban
Tuesday, May 24, 2016 For Immediate Distribution U.S. Supreme Court Denies Challenge to California Shark Fin Ban California’s ban on the possession and sale of shark fins survived a third […]
Read MoreShark Shepherd: Saving Sharks with Art
As part of the Sabah Shark Protection Association (SSPA), Shark Stewards is calling for Malaysia to protect its dwindling shark populations in the country, especially in Semporna. Sharks are being landed near […]
Read MoreTake the Pledge to Support Four US Shark Fin Bans
Support stopping the shark fin trade in the USA. Since 2006 Shark Stewards has been a leader in reducing the shark fin trade and raising awareness about the plight of […]
Read MorePress Release: SHARK STEWARDS JOINS NEW ZEALAND SHARK ALLIANCE Calls on New Zealand to end Shark Finning in their Waters During America’s Cup
Contact: David McGuire, Shark Stewards FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 415) 350-3790, sharksteward@gmail.com (San Francisco CA 9/8/2013) Shark Stewards Joins New Zealand Shark Alliance Calls on New Zealand to […]
Read MoreSHARK ACTION: Support Representative Edward Lucio to Ban Texas Shark Fin Trade Texas
This year a new bill has been introduced that will prohibit the possession and sale of shark fins in Texas. The Bill, HB 5179 sponsored by House Member Eddie Lucio, […]
Read MoreShark Week- Celebrating and Saving Sharks
It Can be a Bummer! With all the news about overfishing and declining ocean health, we need to reflect on what is good and celebrate our work. Join Shark Stewards […]
Read MoreSan Francisco Shark Fin Trader Busted and Fined for Illegal Shark Fins
First Major Enforcement of California Shark Fin Ban, Over two tons confiscated from San Francisco Vendor and Major Opponent of State Law 6/8/15 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Michael Kwong, of Kwong […]
Read MorePacific Shark Alliances Urges No Shark Finning in NZ During America’s Cup
UPDATE October 2014, The New Zealand Government announced they will close the loopholes and stop landings of all sharks with fins detached, saving thousand sof Blue sharks! July 1, 2014 […]
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