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Method for photographing Grey Nurse Sharks

1. Approach dive site in a calm and controlled manner

2. Position yourself in a suitable location to obtain clear images of the sharks

3. Be patient, remain as still as possible in order to allow the sharks to swim past you in their natural pattern

4. Do Not Chase or harm the shark, please refer links below:

- Ten Tips for Underwater Photography

- Ten Ways A Diver Can Protect The Underwater Environment

Ideal Image for Spot a Shark Research

The Image should:

1. Be at right angles to the left or right hand flank (side) of the shark

2. Be clear enough to show spots and markings on the sharks skin

3. Not be over exposed so markings are not easily visible

4. The strobe should be positioned to minimise “back-scatter” in the image, as this interferes with the clarity of the markings for identification purposes

5. Be captured in the highest resolution for you camera type

6. Be sent to the website in J-peg format, no larger than 2Mb

Image Ownership

We only require these images for research purposes. The ownership of these images always remains with you. Whenever images are used in publications and/or on the website, recognition will be given to the photographer.

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