Jaws Revisited: What Have We Learned about the Great White Shark?

Kick off Shark Week and join us for an exciting evening at Mystic Aquarium's Milne Center for Ocean Science & Conservation with Dr. Greg Skomal, a leading shark expert, accomplished marine biologist, underwater explorer, and author, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic film JAWS. In this insightful lecture, Dr. Skomal will explore how the film shaped our perception of the Great White Shark as a fearsome villain, and how years of research have worked to correct that narrative.

Dr. Skomal, a Mystic Aquarium Scientist-in-Residence, who has spent over two decades studying the behavior and ecology of Great White Sharks, has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of these apex predators. Through his work with the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and his collaboration with the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, he is leading efforts to protect these incredible sharks and their ocean habitats. He is the author of Chasing Shadows, and the Great White Shark Handbook. Books will be available for purchase & signing!

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the foremost experts in the field and celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS!

Cost: $25/general, $15/members

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