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4 BCE
First Sharks Appear
Sharks have existed longer than dinosaurs! -
Megalodon Swims the Oceans
The Megalodon was discovered in the 1600s. But had been around for years prior to that.
They are the Largest shark ever! Grey up to 60 feet long. -
First Scientific Description of a Great White Shark
Scientist Charles Alexandre Lesueur described the great white shark. Helping the official start of the study of shark species. -
Shark teeth fossils discovered in the US
In South Carolina, scientists find ancient shark teeth helping to prove sharks have been around for millions of years. -
Whale Shark Named
The world's largest shark is officially named.
These gentle giants eat plankton not people! -
Hammerhead Shark Officially Classified
New shark species start to get classified! -
Shark week begins
Discovery Channel starts Shark Week to educate and entertain people about sharks! -
OCEARCH founded
OCEARCH a group of scientists begins tagging and tracking sharks with GPS. They use GPS to follow shark movements and share it with the public and to gain deeper understanding of them to prevent them from extinction.
OCEARCH helps fund research for sharks. -
Sharks in Trouble
The reports show over 30% of sharks species are now endangered due to overfishing.
Conservation efforts increase worldwide. -
Sharks added to the protected species list
Many countries agree to protect certain shark species from overfishing.
This helps keep sharks from going extinct. -
Shark conservation tech advances
Scientists use drones and AI to track sharks and spot illegal fishing in real time.
Kids can watch shark tracking live with tools like OCEARCH's shark tracker.