From shallow coastal habitats to deeper offshore waters, India’s marine ecosystems are home to a wide variety of sharks and rays. An impressive array of species from the oceanic whitetip shark to nearshore carpet sharks inhabit India's marine realms. These species contribute to the intricate balance of marine ecosystems. We invite you to explore the vibrant diversity of elasmobranchs on this website, hoping that it will foster an appreciation for these animals and the vital role they play in our oceans.

Our website is a compilation of data from landing centre surveys and scientific literature from all around India. You can learn about various shark and batoid species found in Indian waters, particularly their distributions. We hope that this will inspire you to contribute to the conservation of these important but lesser-known marine creatures.