Shark Lady

Learn the inspiring true story behind the brilliant mind of the Mote aquarium, located right here on the West coast of Florida! This story is sure to touch the minds and hearts of budding marine scientists (especially young girls in STEM) learning that swimming against the current can often lead to innovation.

At nine years old, Eugenie Clark developed an unexpected passion for sharks after a visit to the Battery Park Aquarium in New York City. At the time, sharks were seen as mindless killing machines, but Eugenie knew better and set out to prove it. Despite many obstacles in her path, including trying to break into the scientific field as a woman, Eugenie was able to study the creatures she loved so much. From her many discoveries to the shark related myths she dispelled.