Shark Week

October 7, 2026 by Sharkophile Staff

Legendary sharks: Big Mo, Harbor Master, the Black Demon and more

A guide to legendary sharks such as Big Mo, the Harbor Master and the Black Demon, sorting documented facts from folklore and fish stories.

July 23, 2023 by Sharkophile Staff

Celebrating 35 Years of Shark Weeks on Discovery Channel

After 35 years, Shark Week’s impact on popular culture is undeniable. Despite critiques over the years, it has remained a powerful platform for shark education and conservation.

June 24, 2023 by Sharkophile Staff

Shark Week 2023 On Discovery Channel Preview

As the world’s leading annual event dedicated to shark-themed programming, Shark Week continues to blend the allure of entertainment with a deep dive into science and conservation efforts surrounding these magnificent and often misunderstood creatures.

July 31, 2021 by J. Scott Butherus

SharkCon returns to Tampa Aug. 7-8

This year features speakers from this year’s National Geographic’s SHARKFEST as well as scientist and personalities from Aquariums, Field Research, Shark Week, & Animal Planet.

July 7, 2021 by Sharkophile Staff

MagellanTV offering free streaming trial during Shark Week

In honor of Shark Week, premium documentary streaming service MagellanTV will be making four of its feature documentaries FREE to celebrate the week (July 11-18). During this window, even those without a Magellan subscription can watch the educational and compelling docs for free on Magellan’s service. SHARK WEEK FREE TITLES (Available 7/11 – 7/18) Blue Water Savages – hosted by Former US […]

July 7, 2021 by Sharkophile Staff

Discovery announces full programming lineup for Shark Week 2021

Discovery Channel continues to be the preeminent destination for shark programming and works with nearly two dozen of the world’s most respected marine biologists and science institutions.

May 27, 2021 by Sharkophile Staff

Discovery releases dates, teaser trailer for Shark Week 2021

Shark Week on Discovery Channel will return for its 33rd year with bigger sharks and bigger bites on Sunday, July 11 and continues through Sunday, July 18.

May 25, 2021 by Nathan Perisic

Shark Hero Talks: Chris Lowe

Dr. Chris Lowe is a professor in marine biology and director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). Lowe and his students work with acoustic and satellite telemetry techniques to study sharks, rays, and gamefishes’ movement, behavior, and physiology. Dr. Lowe earned his Bachelor of Arts in marine biology at Barrington […]

April 8, 2021 by Nathan Perisic

First-ever fully charitable NFT raises over 70k for shark research.

Shark and marine conservation group Beneath the Waves (BTW) release the very first charitable NFT. The group provides 68 unique opportunities to become a digital marine biologist. Buyers can tag threatened reef and tiger sharks with cutting-edge technology. Within the first day of sales, the group sold out and raised over 70 thousand dollars (US). […]