Quint is a white shark being tracked on the OCEARCH Global Shark Tracker, and his movements are helping scientists unlock critical knowledge about shark behavior and ocean ecosystems. By studying where Quint travels, researchers can better understand migration routes, feeding grounds, and how apex predators like white sharks maintain the health of our seas. Each ping from his tag provides real-time data that advances shark conservation, informs global research, and protects the future of our oce

Hey OCEARCH Crew! 🌊 Ever wondered how our Global Shark Tracker works — or why sometimes it looks like a shark swims across land? Each shark carries a SPOT tag that connects to the Argos satellite system, but they only ping when they come to the surface. That means there can be gaps in time and space between pings. If those pings are near a peninsula or coastline, the Tracker draws a straight line between them — even if it cuts across land. We don’t “guess” the route — we show you the real data.