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Shark Task Force

George C. Schellengerwww.sharktaskforce.com
Learn about sharks and ocean conservation from SharkTaskForce.com. With constant updates on shark research and ocean ecology, there's something for everyone. Travel to remote locations and see things few get to see in person. It's fun and informative. SharkTaskForce.com - why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?
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Episodes

Think like a Shark Diver.

This time on the Shark Task Force, why it's important to think like a shark diver in and out of the water. For more on sharks - follow us SpaceSharkEarth on Instagram and SpaceShark on YouTube. We'll see you next time because, Why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Aug 31, 20232 min

International Whale Shark Day

August 30th is celebrated as International Whale Shark Day around the world. this time on the Shark Task Force, let's meet this impressive animal in the waters off the coast of the Yucatan.

Aug 30, 20232 min

Emma the Tiger Shark Update

This time on the Shark Task Force, an update on Emma the Tiger Shark - and shark diving in the Bahamas. Diving with Tiger Sharks takes a lot of knowledge on how to scuba dive. The other thing about diving with Tiger Sharks in the Bahamas, is that they largely repeat the same pattern, so you can almost predict where the shark will be. Of course that gets more interesting when you have a lot of sharks. As for Emma the Tiger Shark, I asked AI what it knows about her: "Emma the tiger shark is one of...

Aug 29, 20232 min

Bull Sharks at Night

We've had a lot of adventures on the Shark Task Force... but one of the most incredible has to be diving with Bull Sharks, at night, in the Bahamas. Check it out this time on the Shark Task Force. Why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Mar 18, 20223 min

Diving with Tiger Sharks

If you want to see sharks – one of the best places in the world to go is the Bahamas. To most people – spending time with sharks is scary. If you are briefed, take nothing for granted – and know their basic behavior… you are safer with them – than you would be driving. Find out more in this edition of the Shark Task Force.

Feb 24, 20223 min

Tribute to the Great Hammerhead

This time on the Shark Task Force, take a swim with Great Hammerhead Sharks. Dive into the waters of off the coast of Bimini to spend time with this fascinating creature...

Dec 20, 20213 min

Hawksbill Hero and the Parrotfish Reef

This time on the Shark Task Force an interview with shark diver and scientist Louisa Sax... she's released a new children's book called Hawksbill Hero and the Parrotfish Reef. It's focused on the next generation to help them understand the importance of the ocean and the creatures in it. It's the first in a series of books and coloring books from Louisa... and she's passionate about the ocean.

May 20, 202110 min

Shark School with Jessica Harvey - Audio

This time on the Shark Task Force - the audio version of Shark School with Jessica Harvey. It's a new documentary available on Amazon and Amazon Prime video. You'll journey around the world to meet a wide variety of sharks. Check it out... because why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Jun 18, 202027 min

Shark Task Force: Stefanie Brendl - Shark Allies

This time on the Shark Task Force - a special interview with the Executive Director of Shark Allies - Stefanie Brendl. She's on a campaign to end the trade of shark fins in Florida. In this extensive interview - find out why she's such a strong advocate for sharks - all over the world. Thanks for joining us for the Shark Task Force, because why wait a whole year... for just one week on sharks?

Nov 08, 201941 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Special Edition: Mako Shark Evolutions

A special edition to the show... the Guy Harvey Podcast... and Mako Sharks... This time on the show, you’ll go behind the scenes of the documentary Mako Shark Evolutions to meet the scientists working with Guy Harvey to study the Shortfin Mako Shark. In a 9-year project in the Atlantic Ocean, scientists discovered that 30% of their tagged mako sharks were ending up caught in commercial fishing operations. The podcast looks at what happened next, and why getting the documentary out to the general...

May 16, 201915 min

Sharks - Hope from Dr. Sylvia Earle

This time on the Shark Task Force, a special thought for 2017 from the one and only Dr. Sylvia Earle. She talks about the special bond between Tiger Shark Expert, Jim Abernethy and a Tiger Shark he's known for more than a decade - Emma. We've spent many days with Emma underwater over the years - and we always come back to the boat with a complete since of joy. Plenty more to come in 2017 as we celebrate ten years of The Shark Task Force. We also look forward to bringing you news of the US premie...

Dec 30, 20161 min

This is Your Ocean Sharks: Part 2

It's hard to believe we've been at this for more than 10 years. To celebrate the start of 2017 and a new year for sharks - check out this brand new trailer for This is Your Ocean: Sharks - Part 2. The film brings back all of your favorites - including Emma the Tiger Shark, Wyland, Guy Harvey, Jim Abernethy and it's hosted by Dr. Sylvia Earle. This time the team takes students to the Bahamas to introduce them to sharks and shows them what's at risk if we lose sharks. You'll also witness the drama...

Dec 28, 20162 min

Tiger Beach - Tiger Sharks

This time on the Shark Task Force, we return to Tiger Beach - the best place in the world to see Tiger Sharks. This expedition was in part to shoot the sequel to the film "This is Your Ocean: Sharks" with Guy Harvey and Jim Abernethy. That will debut this November. We'll see you next time, because, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Jun 25, 201655 sec

Diving at Night with the Oceanic Whitetip Shark

It seems like only yesterday we jumped in the water with Oceanic Whitetip Sharks at night without a cage for the first time. It was nerve-racking at first... but then the unexpected. Find out more in this episode of the Shark Task Force. Remember, for the complete story of the Oceanic Whitetip Shark - check out Guy Harvey Expeditions on iTunes. The Shark Task Force, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Mar 05, 201650 sec

Shark Task Force: One of our favorite sharks

Over the years we've spent a lot of time in the water with the Oceanic Whitetip Shark. Here are two great ways to find out more about this shark - 1 - head over to GHRITracking.org (soon to be an iPhone and android app) and look at all the tracks for the oceanic. 2 - if you want to get more "in-depth" - check out Guy Harvey Expeditions - The Oceanic Whitetip Shark - right here on iTunes. It's five years of expeditions packed in to one-half hour... the $1.99 goes to the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundatio...

Mar 03, 20161 min

Shark Task Force - 2016

This March, the Shark Task Force invites you to celebrate sharks! Join us as we update you on our work - and where we've been. Take part by downloading episodes we've produced over the past ten years - or simply download a Guy Harvey Expedition on iTunes. You'll find episodes on the Mighty Mako, the curious Oceanic Whitetip Shark and the Tiger Shark... plus there's Sharks of North America - a look at a wide variety of sharks. The Shark Task Force, because - why wait a whole year, for just one we...

Mar 01, 201635 sec

Sharks: Documented Fact versus Hollywood Fiction

This time on the Shark Task Force, a preview of "The Oceanic Whitetip Shark." This film was just made an official selection at the Gray's Reef Film Festival in Savannah. In this clip, Guy Harvey talks about how the shark has disappeared from our oceans. He also talks about how the Oceanic Whitetip Shark was even replaced in a Hollywood film - for the better known White Shark. Guy Harvey expeditions is now available on iTunes, just search "Guy Harvey Expeditions iTunes" or follow this link: Guy H...

Jan 11, 20161 min

Guy Harvey's Early Start

"Meet Guy Harvey" is one of the many Guy Harvey Expedition episodes now available on Apple iTunes. In this episode of the Shark Task Force, you'll find out how Guy Harvey got his start at an early age - and why Ernest Hemingway had such a profound impact on his life. Guy Harvey has led the charge in tagging large pelagic sharks. From Tiger Sharks to Oceanic Whitetips, his works along with the work of the Guy Harvey Research Institute has been groundbreaking. To find out more - check out, GHRITra...

Jan 06, 20162 min

The Oceanic Whitetip Shark - A Guy Harvey Expedition

Here's a preview of Guy Harvey's Oceanic Whitetip Shark now on iTunes. It used to be one of the most prolific animals on the planet over 100 pounds - the Oceanic Whitetip Shark. In this unprecedented expedition, Guy begins a long-term research expedition to track this amazing creature. In this clip - Guy gives us a preview of this amazing animal: Guy Harvey on iTunes.

Dec 30, 201549 sec

Guy Harvey Expeditions now on iTunes

We've been gone for a while, but we're back with 9 Episodes of Guy Harvey Expeditions on iTunes. Over the next several weeks, we'll be giving Shark Task Force users and exclusive look at each episode, but for now, here's a beautiful preview of what's to come. Guy Harvey Expeditions first aired on Discovery's Destination America Network. Enjoy - and remember - why wait a whole year for just one week on sharks? Here's a tiny link to iTunes and Guy Harvey Expeditions: http://tinyurl.com/q9vvfct...

Nov 04, 201539 sec

The Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Dr. Guy Harvey introduces us to a shark you may not know... The Oceanic Whitetip Shark. At one time ,the Oceanic Whitetip Shark may have been one of the most prolific animals over 100 pounds in the ocean, but overfishing and a demand for shark fin soup have all but destroyed this shark. Find out more in this edition of the Shark Task Force. Why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Jan 06, 20151 min

The Awesome Whale Shark

This time on the Shark Task Force, a quick review of one of our favorite sharks, the whale shark. It may be December now, but those July days off the coast of Isla Mujeres are calling... when hundreds of these creatures have a feast. Dr. Guy Harvey takes a look in this preview of Sharks of the World. Why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 19, 20141 min

Shark Bite Victim Discusses Bull Sharks

Jessica Vaughn had an encounter with a Bull Shark - and was very lucky. Dr. Guy Harvey introduces us to her - in this clip from Sharks of the World: A Guy Harvey Expedition. The DVD is available now from guyharvey.com/expeditions. The Shark Task Force, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 17, 20141 min

Great White Shark NOT so Great?

This time on the Shark Task Force, we hear from leading shark scientist Dr. Mahmood Shivji on the species name "Great White Shark." Is a White Shark really that Great? Maybe not... For the full story on Dr. Guy Harvey's ten favorite sharks - check out - Sharks of the World now available on guyharvey.com/expeditions. The Shark Task Force, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks...

Dec 16, 20141 min

Sharks and Dr. Guy Harvey

This time on the Shark Task Force, Dr. Guy Harvey talks about filming big animals like sharks, tuna and billfish - and the artwork he works on every day. The Shark Task Force... why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 16, 20141 min

Lemon Shark Snaps

In this preview of Sharks of the World, Dr. Guy Harvey introduces us to the Lemon Shark. This abundant sea creature can make diving in the Bahamas a mesmerizing experience. Just watch your hands! Sharks of the World is available from guyharvey.com/expeditions. Join the Shark Task Force on iTunes, because, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 15, 201459 sec

How Much is a Living Shark Worth?

Dr. Guy Harvey takes a look at the potential value of one living shark - the Caribbean Reef Shark. The Caribbean Reef Shark is well known to divers, and a treat to see underwater. Dr. Harvey explains why this shark is also a boost to Bahamas tourism. We'll see you next time on the Shark Task Force because, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 14, 20141 min

Shortfin Mako Shark Tagging

In this episode of the Shark Task Force, Dr. Guy Harvey discusses the difficulty of tagging a Shortfin Mako Shark off the coast of Isla Mujeres, Mexico. The tracking from these animals is impressive, and it's hoped the research will help protect this species for future generations. For more on the Shortfin Mako, check out Sharks of the World: A Guy Harvey Expedition. Now available from guyharvey.com/expeditions. The Shark Task Force, Why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 12, 201457 sec

Great Hammerhead Shark

In this edition of the Shark Task Force, Dr. Guy Harvey introduces us to the Great Hammerhead Shark. You can see all of Dr. Harvey's favorites in the new documentary Sharks of the World: A Guy Harvey Expedition - now available from guyharvey.com/expeditions. The Shark Task Force, why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 11, 20141 min

Sharks of the World - Preview

Greetings! Thank you to all of our subscribers! This time on the Shark Task Force - we begin an eight part preview of Sharks of the World - A Guy Harvey Expedition. In the coming days you'll meet all types of sharks - from the Tiger Shark to the Whale Shark. You'll also find out about the research underway to find out more about these fantastic animals. Thanks again to our sponsor - GuyHarvey.com/Expeditions. The Shark Task Force - why wait a whole year, for just one week on sharks?

Dec 10, 20141 min
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