Send us a textExploring the Ocean's Gentle Giants: A Dive into Basking Sharks with Dr. Dave EbertIn this episode of 'Rarefied,' host Meredith Meeker dives into the world of the basking shark, one of the ocean's gentle giants. Joining her is Dr. Dave Ebert, a renowned shark scientist and the director of the Pacific Shark Research Center. They discuss the enigmatic basking shark, its behaviors, threats, and the mystery of its declining numbers. Dr. Ebert also shares stories from his extensive fieldwork, the importance of shark conservation, and the fascinating behaviors of various shark species. Listeners will learn about the significance of sharks in the marine ecosystem, the challenges of studying elusive species, and the critical role of education and awareness in conservation efforts. This episode is packed with intriguing facts, expert insights, and passionate advocacy for our ocean's most misunderstood inhabitants.Lost Sharks series: https://www.youtube.com/@lostsharkguy/Beyond Jaws Podcast: https://www.speakupforblue.com/show/beyond-jaws/00:00 Introduction to Rarefied Podcast00:34 Meet the Basking Shark01:17 Interview with Dr. Dave Ebert02:18 Basking Shark Characteristics04:19 Basking Shark Population Decline07:00 Global Basking Shark Sightings08:29 The Mystery of Disappearing Sharks16:20 The Lost Sharks Program29:50 Exploring the Diversity of Rays and Sharks30:13 Challenges of Studying Deep-Sea Species31:50 Searching for Lost Sharks32:59 The Importance of Shark Conservation33:48 Global Efforts in Shark Protection34:54 The Mystery of Basking Sharks35:52 The Vast Diversity of Shark Species37:40 Encouraging Shark Research and Conservation41:34 Fascinating Shark Behaviors and Discoveries44:42 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Facts53:10 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action

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