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Dr. David Shiffman

is a Washington, DC-based marine conservation scientist who focuses on the ecology of endangered species and how to protect them. He received his Ph.D. in environmental science and policy from the University of Miami, and is an alum of the Liber Ero Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Leadership. He is the author of "Why Sharks Matter," and invites you to follow him on Bluesky, where he's always happy to answer any questions anyone has about sharks, marine biology, or ocean conservation.
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Wildlife

We Need to Talk About Environmental Projects That Fail

Celebrating success is great, but a new study finds patterns we can learn from — including the fact that we ignore failure at our own peril.
November 25, 2019
by
Dr. David Shiffman
Celebrating success is great, but a new study finds patterns we can learn from — including the fact that we ignore failure at our own peril.
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Wildlife

Are We Ready for Shark Conservation to Succeed?

Successful conservation means more sharks, which is great for the health of the ocean but could also be problematic in a few important ways. Here’s how experts say we should prepare.
September 25, 2019
by
Dr. David Shiffman
Successful conservation means more sharks, which is great for the health of the ocean but could also be problematic in a few important ways. Here’s how experts say we should prepare.
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Wildlife

A Chance to Save the ‘Rhinos of the Sea’

Big-nosed giant guitarfishes and wedgefishes are now the most endangered marine fish group. Will the international community step up to protect them from trade and exploitation?
August 15, 2019
by
Dr. David Shiffman
Big-nosed giant guitarfishes and wedgefishes are now the most endangered marine fish group. Will the international community step up to protect them from trade and exploitation?
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Wildlife

How to Protect Sharks From Overfishing

Marine protected areas can benefit sharks and other oceanic species — but only if they’re properly established, according to a new guidebook.
June 6, 2019
by
Dr. David Shiffman
Marine protected areas can benefit sharks and other oceanic species — but only if they’re properly established, according to a new guidebook.
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Commentaries

Florida’s Chance to Protect Threatened Sharks

These easy policy changes can save protected species from being killed by cruel fishing practices without infringing on the rights of anglers.
October 16, 2018
by
Dr. David Shiffman
These easy policy changes can save protected species from being killed by cruel fishing practices without infringing on the rights of anglers.

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