Can Sharks Be "Re-introduced" To the Wild?

[@_adri_shark_]

Hi! I'm Laura (aka adrishark), I'm a marine biologist as well. Condolences on your Dad. I've lost mine too. I wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos, they are very informative and easy to understand for people who are not familiar with this topic :) I live in Malta, a small island in the middle of the Mediterranean sea. I collaborate with an assosiation called "sharklab Malta" and we save shark eggs from dead females at the fish market. We work especially with nursehounds and lesser spotted cat sharks. So far, we released 350 baby sharks. Attending the release is amazing, and we always hope those babies will have a good and healthy life! Bye

[@PNWCagey-Dub]

How do you incubate the eggs? That’s fascinating

[@wildworld6264]

Thanks for making this video Kris. Considering I was one of the people who requested it, I thought I should give some thanks. I hope you are doing okay or as okay as you can be, all things considered. I just wanted to say I'm glad you are still putting out videos. You've entertained me, made me laugh and, most importantly, educated me about so many shark topics and I'm sure the thousands and thousands of fans all over the world feel the same. We love to see the videos, but you're absolutely right that we have your back. Take any and all the time you need when/if you need it, we'll still be here pal.

[@SHARKBYTES]

Thanks so much Wild world! I’m doing okay, hopefully will get my head straight working hard on some videos

[@julieslowgrove3524]

@@SHARKBYTES allow yourself time to grieve ❤️

[@hopedoede7121]

Sorry for your loss. Its not easy. So glad to see you coming back strong. Looking forward to all the great videos yet to come. Love watching and learning. Stay strong my friends and its ok to have off days, my dads been past for 2 years and sometimes something will remind of him. I like to think its a way of him showing me he's still looking out for me. Cheers

[@doll9340]

​@@hopedoede7121same with my Nana. Things will pop up and I think of her

[@jritechnology]

I lost my mum in 2014 and it's never easy. My condolences Kris, just keep busy and never forget those good stories to keep your dads memory alive.

[@Dltp259]

My condolences, he must have been an amazing dad to have raised such a great son!❤❤❤

[@stfjesusfreak]

My condolences on your Father passing! I lost my Fathers just before Christmas 2015; still hurts! You’re the best Channel, along with Hal from Shark Happens! I too and a biologist and you’re knowledgeable is spot on, very impressive for as young as you are!

[@mistythompson1398]

Our aquarium here in VA Beach, VA is part of the zebra shark hatching program. When you go there is a full display along with egg cases and baby sharks explaining the program and its purpose. I had never given it much thought before now as they have been there for years and years working on this. I really hope the project takes off and I feel some pride knowing a place so close to me contributed to the future chances on that species.

[@renegadefilms8068]

Wow I’m in Virginia rn and I never knew about that program definitely gonna have to check it out next time I go!

[@mistythompson1398]

@@renegadefilms8068 They have a mission statement and explanation on their site, even funding and goals. I was unaware of all the conservation programs they do.

[@imalilprincesss]

Sorry to hear the bad news my dude. Keep well, stay healthy, I don't know where I would be without Shark Bytes. Keep up the good work, and take a break every now and then, you more than deserve it.

[@Vuispe]

How do you only have 37k subs!?!? Such high quality videos

[@SHARKBYTES]

Damn that KZbin algorithm I say!

[@carastone3473]

I agree!!

[@Vuispe]

@@SHARKBYTES Wtf did you do to the algorithm that it hates you so much!?!?

[@SHARKBYTES]

@@Vuispe probably told it it was stupid at some point 😂

[@travisrygg3317]

My condolences to your father. I'm certain he would be very proud of you educating other people. Keep up your passion for your work and your strength🙏.

[@tessa1798]

i’m so glad you’re back, i binged all your videos while you were away!!! i hope you are doing well and took plenty of time to spend with your family

[@SHARKBYTES]

Thanks Tessa, it’s good to be back

[@sharks3653]

@@SHARKBYTES I certainly missed ya man.

[@sharks3653]

I was overjoyed to see that hes back.

[@sarahmoore6183]

Sending my condolences ❤ I fully support anything you need/want to do during this difficult time. Anytime you need to take a break, don't hesitate to do so. We'll be here when you get back. As for the zebra shark rewilding project, I think it's going to work, at least where it's being done now. Obviously there will be challenges even if they can control humans in this case, but I think they have a good plan in place.

[@carastone3473]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad. Looking forward to hearing about the 2 of you seeing a wild shark.

[@Naissa]

I lost my mom in 2015, and I wish I could tell you that the ache goes away. It doesn't. But strangely, I have learned to appreciate the grief because it is a true sense of the love that will always be there. It reminds me of that quote from Vision: "What is grief, if not love persevering?" Hang in there, and take your time. There are no rules for grief. My heart is with you.

[@sharks3653]

We got ya Kris. I think this shark re wilding project definitely could work and I hope it does. I also think it'd be awesome for this to be done with other shark species.🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈

[@SHARKBYTES]

I’d love to see it be successful!

[@sharks3653]

@@SHARKBYTES Me too.🦈🦈🦈🦈🦈

[@jritechnology]

@@SHARKBYTES It would be tough going, especially where species have been utterly wiped out. BTW Kris, you were right (I knew it as well) about the Hurghada attack and the shark that was caught. I actually was able to google map the spot off of Dream Beach, and I even found pictures of the boats used to catch the shark. I think they baited the shark over to the shark nets they have on the other side of the dock/pier structures that are to the left of where the gentleman was killed. Then they just pulled in the nets and brought the poor girl to shore, and clubbed her to death. :/ The autopsy confirmed what we all knew....pieces of Mr. Popov were inside the shark.

[@waterdragon2224]

Kris, I lost my Dad too, so I know there’s nothing I can say that will make you feel better. It’s horrible, and tragic. It’s always too soon. And it’s heartbreaking. Sending you all the love and hugs and support. ❤❤❤😢😢😢

[@noicemcnoiceface4006]

So sorry for your loss, Kris, but at least I'm glad you've been getting support from the community. Losing a father is really tough. I lost mine when I was 9 and still miss him dearly despite being 22 now. I wouldn't say it gets easier, but with time you get to learn how to deal with it and appreciate the memories you got to make with him. I know I'm a complete stranger, but from what little I've seen it seems like you loved him dearly. Sending lots of hugs your way - stay strong, but know when you need to let your guard down and let yourself be vulnerable.

[@MermaidMama360]

As far as this working...it is just so wonderful to see this happening, period. Please keep us posted.

[@wong90210]

My sincere condolences on your loss. I have just recently discovered your channel and wanted to comment how refreshing it is to see your objective take on a issue that is largely sensationalized to make money or fame. You have a fan and supporter!

[@chrissunley678]

You're doing such an amazing job Kris, we all appreciate your hard work! It's difficult losing someone so close to you but I know you're making your dad proud 😊 I've just finished a unit at the end of my Bachelor's in marine biology discussing MPAs and the difficulties associated with managing them compared to terrestrial parks. It will be hard work but this is such an exciting project and I really hope it's successful!

[@danielbalmforth5303]

So sorry to hear of your loss, condolences to you and your family. Glad you are still making your amazing content

[@peachfuzz7991]

I've spent like 30 minutes drafting this comment and then deleting it again. I wish I could offer the right words, but I don't seem to find them, so I'll just say that I am very sorry for your loss. I absolutely adore your channel! You've been my main source of shark news/infos and I love your videos. Especially this one, I've been looking forward to it and it did not disappoint! I'm thrilled to see where this rewilding project will go. Take care of yourself, Kris, and take your time please, if you ever feel like you need to take a break from the channel, I'm sure I don't just speak for myself when I say I would always come back to this channel, no matter how long the break :) But for as long as making videos brings you joy, I'll keep looking forward to the joy it brings me to watch your videos! Hope you have a great day 🦈

[@christina7557]

I lost my dad last year to cancer, so Ill do the only thing I can do and tell you we have your back and grieve in whatever way works for you. Ill be here cheering you on

[@adamwedgwood4814]

Sorry to hear about your dad. My best wishes to you mate

[@vickielouisefit]

Lovely to see you posting again. Thoughts with you and your family.

[@kulvianshun]

Condolences on the loss of your Dad. May the stories you have of him be a blessing to you, and if you should choose to share, to us as well. Fantastic video as always. Keep up the good work!

[@InigoSolo]

Sorry to hear about your dad. Take care of yourself. Thanks for the great videos.

[@BlueSteakTacos]

I recently stumbled upon your channel and have been bingewatching your videos since. I lost my mum at the end of last year, she loved the ocean and everything in it, so watching your videos and learning more makes me really happy, I think she would've loved it, too. You seem to have built an amazing community here and seem like a very genuine and sweet guy, I hope you don't feel alone in this. Keep doing what feels good to you, sending lots of love! 💙

[@EventDogs]

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad, he sounds a wonderful Father and influence and support for you, and therefore such a great loss.

[@lesleymac4739]

Lovely to have you back. Love your videos and learn so much from you. Always informative. Thank you for your hard work .

[@cxkev]

Good to see you back mate

[@Rebecca_Lin9494]

So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I lost my father to cancer as well in September 2021. It still hurts. It sounds like your dad was a wonderful person and father. I’m truly sorry for your loss.

[@sallydolan3035]

So sorry for your incredibly sad loss. Sending lots of love and healing wishes x

[@shelly3174]

I’m so sorry for your loss, I too have just lost my Dad a couple of months ago. It’s so hard to adjust he was my rock. Hugs and prayers to you and your family.

[@kimperdue]

Hugs, so very sorry about your dad. This was fascinating and I hope it works.

[@bananas6727]

i’m sorry for your loss, i hope you’re doing well❤️🦈

[@kbowersful]

I could listen to you talk about sharks all night. I cried for two solid days when I lost my dad. Thankfully, the intensity of pain decreases with time. Love your videos!

[@tonidukeman4591]

I’m so sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my Dad on Pearl Harbor day in 2021 so I know how you’re feeling. All of your followers are here for you!

[@SwordsAndSharks]

Thanks for another amazing video Kris. So sorry to hear about your Dad. You dont owe anyone content, your mental health is more important but we appreciate the work you put in all the same. I introduced my Mrs to your videos while we were on holiday and she thinks you're great too! Sharkbytes videos make that sunday night feeling a little more bearable!

[@SHARKBYTES]

One day I’ll start mustering up enough to do a shark bytes video mid-week, just to help people through that midweek slump!! 😂

[@Radders1433]

Sorry to hear of your loss. Glad you're still building your channel. Love your content and happy persona. Best wishes!

[@sarahwinans8415]

I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad. I love your videos so much! I binge watch them when I’m doing chores and before bed.

[@dawnt6791]

I hadn't seen the message about your dad. I'm so sorry for your loss, Kristian. Hugs to you from southern Arizona.

[@painterlypotts]

Sorry to hear about your father, that's terrible news. I hope the zebra shark rewilding does work out! If it's as well protected as it comes then hopefully it has a great chance of success.

[@MermaidMama360]

HI, holding you close in my daily prayers. Your videos are marvelous and make my days, You are loved.

[@thomas_dries]

Condolences for your dad man that's rough. I lost my dad when I was seven and my mom when I was a teenager so I know what you're going through. Don't be afraid to take a break from KZbin if you feel you need to. We'll be here waiting for you if you do.

[@johnrandle9666]

Im sorry :( i just lost my dad on April 26th this year so i understand. your videos are a huge cope for me. i binge watch them so thank you.

[@Druzica18]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I encourage you to keep making these videos--everytime you do, you make your father so proud :D

[@vincentlohn3055]

Condolences and a big hug from Germany. Keep your head up high Kris! Love your content ❤

[@shredhead4604]

Sorry for your loss bro. Good episode 🙏👍🤘🦈🤘

[@4everMrsB]

I am so sorry for your loss Kris 💙 Much love

[@stevep119]

sorry to hear about your dad i lost mine last year it is hard i'm sure he is proud of the good work you doing

[@alixzaraarnold]

Wishing you and your family all the best! Great seeing more insightful videos from you, they make my days more interesting cheers :)

[@KDthunder2009]

You're awesome man. Your channel is really growing nicely too! Well deserved 🎉

[@darkshadowstudios6868]

I'm so sorry for your loss! I can't imagine what you're going through right now, but I want to offer you and your family my deepest condolences. 😢

[@lisalynnn]

I'm so sorry for the incredibly immensely heartbreaking loss of your father. I lost my dad when I was twelve years old. My children lost their dad two years ago after a long battle with metastatic melanoma. Losing one's father is never easy at any age. The only thing I would encourage you to do is take time to grieve. Feel all of your emotions now. It will help you work through your grief. Nothing about grief will ever fully go away. You'll just become accustomed to a new normal. You will be in my thoughts. I'm certain your father was proud of you. I do want to share how much you've helped me accomplish a connection with my oldest daughter. She is on the autism spectrum. She started loving sharks over the last year. I was looking for research and videos about sharks to try to find a bridge to help with gap between our abilities to communicate. I'm very sincere when I say that your videos have helped so much. You inform us about sharks in ways that are understandable and fun. Other videos and research were boring or too difficult to keep up with. I didn't even know how many shark species exist and how complex these animals are. So, thank you so very much for your help. You're an amazing young man.

[@renegadefilms8068]

I’m so sorry about your dad I lost my dad a couple years ago too so I know how tough it can be but if I can get through it I know you definitely can get through it too!! Much love! ❤

[@Nebulasecura]

Been loving sharks since i was 7 years old, and my own dad who is a former diver haven seen a hammerhead shark once, telling me stories of the ocea. And showing me documentaries and shark week dvds in the 2000s. I am 22 now, and definitely support the content and you in this rough time!

[@Hidingfrompeople]

You still have plenty of time to change your mind about sharks.

[@Nebulasecura]

@@Hidingfrompeople wdym? They're fascinating creatures...

[@ghostshirt1984]

Shark week don't help shark conservation! Its ratings and shark week make fake shows like megalodon still lives shit and submarine the giant white shark that is all for views and ratings. I gave up watching shark week in 2000

[@mtathos_]

Can't wait to watch this tonight, so glad to see you back in even fuller force than before. You really are an inspiration Kris!

[@Brophie1111]

So sorry for your loss Kris. Spectacular video as usual 💖

[@WoodenRailwayEdward]

Lovely video mate, found your channel yesterday and binged all of your videos. I guess you could say I'm "hooked" on sharks!

[@JenBlakeman]

So sorry for your loss. I hope the channel helps. Your content is excellent. I saw something about Flapper Skates in Scotland, but I think it was more protection than introduction. I hope this works and can be done with other sharks.

[@SHARKBYTES]

Thanks for your support Jen

[@JKDDarthSniper]

this show is too damn addicting. If he came out with one a day I would watch them all.

[@kevinmitchell2441]

Welcome back and prayers for you and your family for healing mercies 🙏

[@kristianevans7184]

Hi Kris; I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say we are sorry for your loss and you and your family are in our thoughts at this awful time. Much love. Great video again by the way. I love the idea of rewinding. We have taken so much from the earth, it’s only right we try to put back some of it.

[@Tseringlhatso]

So sorry to hear about your Dad. Thanks for another great video, I've learnt such a lot from you.

[@stuartcameron-clarke6185]

I only discovered your channel recently but I absolutely love it. So sorry to hear your sad news mate.

[@davidjbiscoe957]

So sorry to hear about your Dad. Kris. My thoughts are with you

[@orcafinn]

I missed this. So sorry for your loss. I love your videos. I'm a bit addicted to them now! I love nerdy facts about sharks!

[@mysecretmagicgarden]

I am sure the beach in North Wales you mentioned here is Porthdinllaen😊, we have been there in a cold July of summer in 2023. I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved father, he will stay with you in your heart. Your videos and the content are great, we do enjoy watching and learning from them. Also we like you a lot as a person, stay as you are❤️!

[@WereDaWoolfJVLOGS]

My condolences chris, must be really tough. Thoughts go out to your family.

[@S.hoscan]

Stay well, stay strong, you are doing great. We love the channel mate.

[@marycollins1024]

I’m so sorry for you loss. Hugs.

[@elaineb7065]

All the best to the Indonesian project, & all the hugs to you xxx

[@ArmouryTerrain]

My Condolences, You are doing well still producing videos. This one is both entertaining and informative.

[@julieslowgrove3524]

I am so sorry for your loss it is never easy no matter what age you are. Keep busy and remember the good times.

[@juliepidd-lv8qx]

I ve only found you recently and love your videos thank you for sharing all your information in a way that I can understand. I m so sorry to hear the loss of your Dad. ❤

[@SHARKBYTES]

Hi Julie, welcome to Shark Bytes - thanks for watching and for your kind words about dad

[@punk24]

Kris I to lost my dad to not long ago so I know what you're going through. Just know that you and all of your family are in my prayers. Tell as many stories as you want about your dad I found out that helps me alot. Love ya man have a awesome day and thanks for the great videos. Much love from Millbrook Alabama❤

[@rts7077]

So sorry for your loss

[@patkelly8309]

All the best to you and yours Shark Bytes

[@bumbleebee4673]

Sorry for your loss ❤

[@balthiersgirl2658]

I'm so sorry for your loss my condolences ❤

[@karenmurray351]

Thanks Kris, this was interesting, wishing the project all the success. A big hug for you 💛🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jamesizzard7835]

R.I.P to your dad. What an inspiration he was to you.

[@pezzetinosharkmeister9505]

really sorry to hear about your Dad, surely he's in a better place although it heurts for the ones remaining. May he rip 😢

[@whole10meters]

Sorry to hear about your loss cuzzy 🙏🏼

[@WundesHerz]

My condolences to your father. 🖤 I love your contest so much. 🦈💙

[@gafrers]

Great to see another episode

[@0dawg3019]

So sorry for your loss brother.

[@FatherSonReactions]

Great video as always. So sry to hear about your dad 😢…stay strong bro💯 much love 🤘🏻

[@skuggensdam13]

I lost my father several years ago so I know the loss you're feeling. Take time processing your feelings. Grief has no set timeframe; don't get upset with yourself if it takes a while.

[@adamhickey396]

Great video as always Kristian! Theoretically I don't see how this couldn't work. The only issue really, as it is with every endangered fish species, is overfishing. I honestly think that the world governments need to get round a table pronto and come up with a solution to this problem. With human populations only ever growing, it is becoming more and more a realistic scenario that many species of fish will go extinct within our lifetimes, certainly by the end of this century. Look forward to hearing that whale shark story. Wish you many condolences once again!

[@TruthDragon.]

I think this project is going to be a great success!

[@sheilatruax6172]

My greatest condolences! Lost mine 11 yrs ago. Still miss him, alot. Would love to see this work for the hammerhead species!

[@AdventVFX]

I completely understand your situation, I cant ever imagine losing my dad and it really takes a lot to handle a loss. I'm just glad you have a healthy way to get through this tough time and its something you're passionate about, your videos have been a great source of joy and information as someone who was always interested in sharks. Your content and presence means a lot to me.

[@AdventVFX]

I also think it'll work, it would be a great source of inspiration for other areas

[@AdventVFX]

also it would indirectly help other sharks cause they also prey on those sharks so a greater variety of food is always good for sharks higher on the food chain

[@stiffmisterr]

Sorry for ur loss mate

[@isaphiab.3838]

leaving a comment here, as well as my condolences, because I like your content…

[@Emzibubble87]

Thinking of you during what is such a difficult time. My husband lost both his parents to the big C in recent years. Some days are definitely harder than others, and that’s okay ❤

[@Steph_here]

Am most sorry for your loss, shark friend. A poem that helped me: Epitaph by Merrit Malloy On the video: very exciting that re wilding is being tried!

[@Meriale46]

My deepest condolences 🙏... Losing a parent is very hard on us emotionally. My thoughts and prayers 🙏.

[@NickGardner06]

Hello Kris! I love your content and hearing you talk about sharks. I wanted to ask if you could make a video about how you got your job as a shark scientist and what you studied in college. I am going to college for marine biology next fall. I would love to hear your journey. Thanks for making great shark content!

[@jdx4174]

So sad about your Dad. All the best whishes, even though this time is going to be tough. Even though i watched almost every single video from you by now, your dad being sick still eluded me somehow. Its good that you put the text up on the screen so i was able to read it after stopping the video. I hope you and your family get trough this ordeal and again, all the best wishes. On another note, I have been rooting for your last video the last 2 days, seeing how much views it started to acquire, in that short period of time. It will probably become your most watched video to date, i am really excited about that. Sad that it is a shark attack video, because the background is so sad, but hey, i also found your channel when the last attacks in egypt happened a year ago, where i can still remember that at the time, the attacking spicies of shark was unknown, but you hit us up with a pinned comment about what the autopsy found it, which pointed at a tiger shark in both cases. I really appreciated that follow-up back then. Maybe the last few videos about that poor guy lost at sea and the tiger shark attack help your channel go gain a bit of momentum. I love your content and am always happy when a new video comes out. Kind regards, JD