Dive into Scotland's Living Seas #1: Basking sharks

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Take a virtual dive into Scotland's seas from the comfort of your couch! Get to know iconic marine species and the people protecting them.

Dive into Scotland's Living Seas: webinar series

Take a virtual dive into Scotland's seas from the comfort of your couch! Get to know iconic marine species and the people protecting them.

Did you miss a webinar? View the recordings here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSJIRpoDmX4&list=PLFOfC7Q9J4jVLIq

To celebrate the power of collaborative working, we invite you to dip your toe or dive right into Scotland's Living Seas! Check out all the webinars in this is a six-part webinar series below:<ol><li>Basking sharks</li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dive-into-scotlands-living-seas-2-seagrass-and-native-oysters-tickets-512029182067">S﻿eagrass and native oysters</a></li><li>S﻿eabirds (21st Feb, 6-6.45pm, tickets available soon)</li><li>S﻿quid and other ocean invertebrates (28th Feb, 6-6.45pm, tickets available soon)</li><li>S﻿almon (7th March, 6.6.45pm, tickets available soon)</li><li>M﻿arine mammals (14th March, 6-6.45pm, tickets available soon)</li></ol><h3>This gentle giant is the largest shark in UK seas, reaching up to 12 m in length!</h3><h3>Get ready to become immersed in the mystery and intrigue surrounding basking sharks. Despite being the second largest fish in the world, there is a lot we don't know about this elusive species. It's true that sharks in general have had some bad PR over the years but there is no need to fear this gentle giant, they only eat plankton!</h3><ul><li>Colin Speedie, professional yacht skipper and team leader on yacht-based research projects, will give you an exciting introduction to basking sharks and their dynamic history, from persecution to protection. Listen to Colin talk about his experiences working with The Wildlife Trusts in yacht-based basking shark research. This pioneering work has not only improved species protection but forms the basis of ongoing high-tech research methods.</li></ul><ul><li>Shane Wasik, founder of Basking Shark Scotland, will then share some fascinating facts and footage, based on discoveries within the last 10 years out in the Hebrides. From complex behaviours to interesting interactions, Shane will explain their significance as well as the important ongoing research techniques being used to protect the endangered North East Atlantic population.	</li></ul><ul><li>Lastly, the Scottish Wildlife Trust Living Seas team will highlight the advocacy actions we are taking that will better protect basking sharks in Scottish waters. We hope this webinar will inspire you to value this incredibly charismatic and important species, supporting the protection of basking sharks and other precious marine life.</li></ul>We hope to see you there! This online event is open to everyone and free to attend. There is also the option to share a donation of your choice to the Scottish Wildlife Trust. At the Scottish Wildlife Trust, we strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. If there are any accessibility aids we can provide to support your participation, just let us know when you book via Eventbrite and we will do our utmost to accommodate your requirements.F﻿or any further enquiries, please contact Elouise at ecartner@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk. This webinar will be recorded to be later shared on the Scottish Wildlife Trust's YouTube channel.We’d love to hear how you enjoy connecting with and protecting our oceans; tag us on Facebook and Instagram @scottishwildlifetrust, or on Twitter @ScotWildlife and follow our pages for updates.A﻿bout the speakers:<a href="http://wave-action.com/about-us/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">C﻿olin Speedie</a> has spent over forty years working as a professional yacht skipper and team leader on yacht-based research projects on whales, dolphins, basking sharks and turtles. From 1999-2007, he was director of the Wildlife Trusts Basking Shark Project, and from 2002-2007 was Principal Investigator on the Earthwatch Institute (Europe) project “Britain’s Basking Sharks”. In 2017, Colin published his book entitled ‘A Sea Monster’s Tale – In Search Of The Basking Shark'. Colin is also the Director of the WiSe Scheme, the UK’s national marine eco-tourism training and accreditation scheme.<a href="https://baskingsharkscotland.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">B﻿asking Shark Scotland</a> is an innovative wildlife tour business based in Oban on the west coast of Scotland. For 10 years Basking Shark Scotland has been leading the way offering eco-conscious wildlife adventure tours in the Hebrides and beyond. Their passionate and dedicated team of marine biologists are there to show you the wonders of Scotland’s wildlife. Unique basking shark swims support their research and conservation - escape with them on an adventure with a difference.The <a href="https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/our-work/our-projects/living-seas/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Scottish Wildlife Trust Living Seas project</a> is working at both national and local levels to ensure effective marine management. Focusing upon both marine planning and community engagement, the Living Seas project works across a wide range of areas to promote the sustainable management of our seas, recognizing and rectifying the impact human activity has had in order to maintain a healthy and productive marine environment. The Living Seas project also strives to connect the wider public with the marine environment in engaging and meaningful ways, such as through the <a href="https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/things-to-do/snorkel-trails/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">snorkel trail network</a>, making oceans more accessible and thereby encouraging more people to better value and protect Scotland’s precious marine life. We are also proud members of the <a href="https://www.scotlink.org/our-work/our-seas/marine/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Scottish Environment LINK Marine Group</a>, a coalition of environmental charities advocating actions to restore Scotland’s Seas.P﻿hotograph 1: A basking shark (Ceterhinus maximus) filter feeding in plankton rich waters around the Island of Coll in June. Inner Hebrides, Scotland, British Isles. North East Atlantic Ocean. ©Alexander Mustard/2020VISIONPhotograph 2: The Wildlife Trusts Basking Shark Project research vessel. ©Colin Speedie

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