If you find a stranded shark, please report it to your nearest strandings contact (see below) who will pass the information on to the relevant authority.

Record the location, size of the shark, condition of the carcass, any obvious or unusual markings - such as that made by propellers or nets.

However, do take care!  Dead sharks are not be the most hygenic things to find on a beach.  Avoid touching and keep small children away if possible.

Contact points:

England

• Seaquest:
  Tel: 01392 279244

Scotland

• Scottish Agricultural College
  Strandings Co-ordinator:
  Tel: 01463 243030

Wales

• Strandings Co-ordinator:
  Tel: 01438 87500