Introduction

Shark Ray 360 is a global consortium advancing the scientific understanding, care and conservation of critically endangered bowmouth guitarfish (Rhina ancylostoma) both in human care and throughout their native ranges. Shark Ray 360 is supported by contributors around the world. 

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Global Partners

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Approved Breeding Institutions

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Country Projects

Shark Ray 360 Founders

Steering Committee

  • DR. ERIN MEYER

    2020 - Present
    Co-Chair, StAR Project Steering Committee
    Chief Program Officer, American Humane Society

  • NESHA ICHIDA

    2020 - Present
    Co-Chair, StAR Project Steering Committee
    Project Manager for StAR Project Indonesia, Thrive Conservation

  • ABRAHAM SIANIPAR

    2020 - Present
    Co-Founder and Executive Director, Elasmobranch Institute Indonesia

  • DR. ALISTAIR DOVE

    2020 - Present

  • DR. CAITLIN HADFIELD

    2023 - Present
    Chair, StAR Project Veterinary Working Group
    Director of Animal Health, Seattle Aquarium

  • DR. CHRISTINE DUDGEON

    2020 - Present
    Co-Chair, StAR Project Research Working Group
    Senior Research Fellow, University of the Sunshine Coast & Biopixel Oceans Foundation

  • DAVID APARICI PLAZA

    2025 - Present
    Animal Programmes and Conservation Coordinator, European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA)

  • LEAH NEAL

    2023 - Present
    Chair, StAR Project Husbandry Working Group

  • DR. MARK ERDMANN

    2020 - Present
    Executive Director of ReShark & Shark Conservation Director, Re:wild

  • MAY METAVEE CHUANGCHAROENDEE

    2024 - Present
    Project Manager for StAR Project Thailand, WildAid

  • MOCHAMAD IQBAL HERWATA

    2020 - Present
    Focal Species Conservation Senior Manager, Konservasi Indonesia

Approved Breeding Institutions

  • GEORGIA AQUARIUM

    Atlanta, GA, USA 🇺🇲
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: March 2024

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  • SEA LIFE SYDNEY AQUARIUM

    Sydney, NSW, Australia 🇦🇺
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: August 2022

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  • SHARK REEF AQUARIUM AT MANDALAY BAY

    Las Vegas, NV, USA 🇺🇲
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: September 2022

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  • CAIRNS MARINE

    Cairns North, QLD, Australia 🇦🇺
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: December 2023

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  • SEA WORLD GOLD COAST

    Gold Coast, QLD, Australia 🇦🇺
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: November 2024

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  • AQUARIA PHUKET

    Phuket, Thailand 🇹🇭
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: February 2025

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  • MINNESOTA ZOO

    Apple Valley, MN, USA 🇺🇲
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: July 2025

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  • POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM

    Tacoma, WA, USA 🇺🇲
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: October 2025

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  • AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC

    Long Beach, CA, USA 🇺🇲
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: October 2025

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  • IRUKANDJI SHARK & RAY ENCOUNTERS

    Anna Bay, NSW, Australia 🇦🇺
    Approved Breeding Institution
    First Contribution: December 2025

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In-Situ Facilities

  • RAJA AMPAT RESEARCH & CONSERVATION CENTRE (RARCC) NURSERY

    Kri Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia 🇮🇩
    StAR Project Indonesia Nursery

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  • MISOOL FOUNDATION NURSERY

    Batbitim & Kalig Islands, Raja Ampat, Indonesia 🇮🇩
    StAR Project Indonesia Nursery

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  • MAITON ISLAND SEA PEN

    Maiton Island, Phuket, Thailand 🇹🇭
    StAR Project Thailand Sea Pen Facility

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