let's protect the welfare of sharks in Iceland
Sharks of Iceland / Hákarlar við Ísland is a non-profit organization that aims to fulfill the following non-financial goals:
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protect the welfare of sharks in Icelandic waters.
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provide education to the public about the biology and ecology of shark species found off the Icelandic coast and give an insight into the historical interaction between humans and sharks in Iceland over the centuries.
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enrich and deepen Icelanders' understanding of the importance of sharks in the marine ecosystem as well as the danger to the existence of sharks in present time because sharks are caught in large quantities as by-catch.
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stand for independent evaluations of issues concerning the presence of sharks of different species within Iceland's fishing jurisdiction.
Sharks of Iceland do not charge membership fees in order to ensure the public's right to participate in environmental issues, regardless of their economic status. Those interested in joining the organization can send an email to sharkiceland@gmail.com
Individuals who wish to support the organization financially can deposit into the organization's account:
acct. 0133-26-008082
ID 630922-1190
Dalrún Kaldakvísl has a wide-ranging experience and education that is useful for the organization. Dalrún has a PhD in history and is currently working on a study of fishing, culture and conservation in relation to sharks in Iceland. In addition, she has for many years worked as an assistant at the research company Laxfiskar that conducts progressive research on the behaviour of fish in rivers, lakes and sea in Iceland.
Dalrún Kaldakvísl,
founder and chairman of the organization
Sharks off Iceland received an operating grant from the Ministry of the Environment, Energy and Climate in 2023.
