Abdy Wunanto Hasan, a student of the Master’s Program in Marine Science, Faculty of Marine Science and Fisheries, Universitas Hasanuddin, participated as a presenter at **the 5th Sharks International Conference, or Sharks International 2026 (SI2026)*. The international conference was hosted by Blue Resources Trust in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 4 to 8 May 2026.The 5th Sharks International Conference atau Sharks International 2026 (SI2026). Konferensi internasional tersebut diselenggarakan oleh Blue Resources Trust di Colombo, Sri Lanka, pada 4–8 Mei 2026.
During the conference, Abdy delivered a speed-talk presentation entitled *“Habitat Segregation and Residency of Whale Sharks between the Sunda and Sahul Shelves: Evidence from Fin-Mount Satellite Tracking Data
The study examined habitat segregation and residency patterns of whale sharks across the Sunda and Sahul Shelves using satellite-tracking data collected from fin-mounted tags. The research provides relevant scientific information for improving the understanding of whale shark movements and habitat use and supporting the effective management and conservation of the species.
Sharks International is the world’s largest recurring conference dedicated to the research and conservation of sharks, rays, and other chondrichthyan species. It brings together scientists, conservation practitioners, fisheries managers, students, policymakers, and funding institutions from around the world to promote collaboration and science-based conservation efforts.
Abdy’s participation in this international scientific forum reflects the active contribution of the Master’s Program in Marine Science at Universitas Hasanuddin to marine research development and global scientific knowledge exchange.
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