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July 23, 2024 31 mins
An episode fully focused on one of the UK's most famous sharks, the Basking Shark! How big are their brains? Where can you see them? What makes them so iconic?

Join Mark as he talks to Award-winning Wildlife Artist, Scientific Illustrator and Basking Shark Expert, Rachel Brooks!

Watch FULL video versions of the Shark Trust Podcast on YouTube.

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If you have questions about the podcast, or something you'd like to ask our guests, you can reach out to us on social media or email host, Mark Packer at mark@sharktrust.org 

To see more of Rachel's incredible work, check out the links below:
Website: rachelbrooksart.com
Instagram: @rachelbrooksart

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