Workshops
From Megalodon to Mako - An Introduction to the Evolution and Biology of Sharks

Close-up view of a life-sized Megalodon shark model with its mouth wide open, displaying multiple rows of sharp teeth, in a dark, blue-lit museum exhibit.

Date

Samedi, jan 31, 2026 13:00

Début des inscriptions

Mercredi, nov 12, 2025 10:00

Tarif

Les ateliers du ROM - Grand public: 90,00 $ Les ateliers du ROM - Membre: 82,00 $

Public

À propos

Dive into the anatomy, behaviour, and history of sharks in a fun, in-depth workshop led by biologist Thomas Dudgeon. From fossils to fins, participants will spend the afternoon examining what makes shark species such a unique part of the planet’s oceans. With illustrated presentations, hands-on specimens, and a visit to the exhibition Sharks, this afternoon workshop invites you to uncover fresh perspectives, groundbreaking research, and the astounding diversity of this ancient group of fishes.    

Instructor

Thomas Dudgeon, Rebanks Fellow, PhD in Palaeontology
Thomas Dudgeon

Thomas Dudgeon is the current Rebanks Fellow, with a PhD in Palaeontology. His broad research interests are centered around evolutionary ecology, using extinct vertebrates to investigate how past evolutionary processes have driven diversity, and to describe how ecological interactions between and within species have evolved over time.