Sharks have been around for over 400 million years—outlasting dinosaurs, surviving ice ages and weathering mass extinctions. They are symbols of ocean health, which is why Shark Awareness Day draws attention to these apex predators that help maintain balance in marine ecosystems. Protecting sharks means preserving the health of entire ocean environments—and ultimately, securing a sustainable future for all life. With many shark species facing the threat of extinction, this day is all about appreciating their ancient legacy and learning how we can help keep them off the endangered list.
Shark Awareness Day
Today in History
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A future built on the past
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Fallow deer, Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, England
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Colourful houses of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
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International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend
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So fresh, so clean
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An island crossroad of culture
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Autumn equinox
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Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site
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Haghartsin Monastery, Armenia
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Lake Tahoe
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Christmas Eve
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Keel-billed toucan, Costa Rica
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Happy Birthday, J.R.R. Tolkien!
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You can take a refreshing dip here any day of the year
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Floating fruit market, Kaptai Lake, Rangamati, Bangladesh
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
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Starry, starry night
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A gem in the Rockies
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Lake Tyrrell, Victoria, Australia
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This magical beach is worth the hike
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Two Atlantic puffins in Elliston
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International Archaeology Day
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Beech trees and anemone wildflowers, Jutland, Denmark
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Macaroni penguins, Drake Passage, Chile
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You otter check this out
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Bukhansan National Park, South Korea
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Blueberries growing in the wild
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Atlantic spotted dolphins
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World Theatre Day
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The buffet is open