The shark research being carried out on the project in Fiji helps ensure that scientists and marine protection lobbyists are provided with regular and consistent scientific data about the life history, reproductive information, movement, and biology of the sharks found in Fijian waters.

The Shark Conservation project in Fiji from Projects Abroad allows volunteers to work on pioneering shark protection projects with respected scientists and shark research experts. Volunteers get directly involved in scientific shark research and share data with local and international marine conservation organizations. Previous diving or shark research experience is not required, but volunteers must be able to swim and be medically fit to scuba dive. Diving is a required task on the project.

Program Highlights

Contribute to shark conservation by working together with reputable scientists and specialists.

Work with local villages weekly to plant mangroves and with school children and local people once or twice a month on our monthly outreach program.

Help gather valuable data by directly participating in scientific shark research.

Participate in the continuous endeavor to better understand shark life history, reproduction, mobility, and biology.

Be educated and make sure that the next generation are aware of the conservation issues that affect them.