Sharkbites Saturday
Intent to Bite: changing attitudes towards sharks
Fear of sharks has been a long standing yet irrational notion facing beachgoers for decades. Herein we discuss how we…
Author: Carolyn Wheeler
I am currently a PhD student studying marine science at the University of Massachusetts Boston, with my research based at the New England Aquarium. My research interests center around conservation physiology of fishes, particularly sharks, in relation to climate change. I have a passion for scientific outreach and communication with my biggest triumph being my participation in an hour long science-based episode of Shark Week 2016 entitled Tiger Beach. In my spare time I like getting outside hiking, rock climbing, diving, and practicing my yoga headstands.
Sharkbites Saturday
Ecotourism may impact white shark activity levels
Herein we discuss new research using accelerators to investigate if wildlife tourism (for example cage diving) impacts activity in white…
Sharkbites Saturday
A new take on disco fever: using “the disco effect” to save sharks
Happy Shark Week! In this article we discuss the potential use of disco-like stimuli to deter various species sharks from…
Sharkbites Saturday
A Race for Recovery: can reef shark populations recover in no-take marine protected areas?
In this article we discuss the use of marine protected areas in relation to an apex predator of the ecosystem,…
Book Review Sharkbites Saturday
The G.O.A.T. of sharks: Where is the greatest of all hammerhead sharks going?
The great hammerhead is one of the most interesting yet illusive large coastal shark species. Herein, we review recent work…
Book Review Sharkbites Saturday
Behind the Scenes: Shark Week
In honor of Shark Week 2017, go behind the scenes of the episode Tiger Beach from Shark Week 2016!
Sharkbites Saturday
Small but perhaps not so mighty: The second edition of the epaulette shark saga
A sneak peak of more awesome epaulette shark research currently being conducted at the New England Aquarium. We know how…
Sharkbites Saturday
Sand Tiger Sharks: Tracking US east coast movement for better management
Sand tiger sharks are a coastal species common throughout the world that can interact with many fisheries. Here we explain…
Physiology Sharkbites Saturday
Small but mighty: Will the epaulette shark survive ocean acidification?
Check out the first installation of Sharkbites Saturday! The epaulette shark is a small egg-laying species native to Australia. In…