The hardest lesson I learned as a shark researcher | Brendan Talwar | TEDxTorrey Pines

In his TEDx talk, Dr. Brendan Talwar draws on his experience as a shark researcher and winner of Netflix's All the Sharks to challenge the myth that smallness and insignificance are the same. He explores how small choices ripple outward to affect ocean health, and why recognizing our connections to marine ecosystems is the first step in protecting them. Brendan Talwar studies fish and fisheries, with a focus on sharks. He is a shark researcher and winner of Netflix’s All the Sharks. His work spans biology, ecology, policy, and toxicology, from tracking silky sharks across the Caribbean to assessing contaminant levels in commercially important species. He combines field science with public engagement, translating technical findings into stories that connect people to marine conservation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx