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So the real question is... how many sea turtles are too many?

(Trick question. The answer is there is no such thing as too many)

That's why I've made them into pendants, earrings of various sizes

If you're as obsessed with sea turtles as I am, you can now carry one with you wherever you go—without needing a giant aquarium in your living room.

Handcrafted in sterling silver and inspired by these incredible ocean wanderers, each piece celebrates a creature that's been perfecting the art of taking life slowly for over 100 million years.

From tiny hatchlings to ocean-crossing adventurers, sea turtles have captured hearts for millions of years. Now you can keep one close at hand, around your neck, or dangling from your ears.

Which turtle are you taking home?

Sea turtles have been cruising our oceans for over 100 million years.

That's right—they survived the dinosaurs, ice ages, and countless changes to the planet... yet somehow still mistake a floating plastic bag for a jellyfish.

They may not always make the best dining choices, but they're incredible navigators. Some sea turtles travel thousands of miles across the ocean and can return to the very beach where they hatched decades earlier.

Imagine remembering where you parked your car after 30 years, I cant remember where I left mine at the end of the day.

Ancient. Amazing. Occasionally confused by rubbish, actually this could describe me....

Photos courtesy of

Can you see me.....

Sea turtles can hold their breath for hours while resting underwater... Some species can stay submerged for up to 7 hours when they're sleeping peacefully on the seabed.

Meanwhile, most of us panic when the shampoo runs over our face and we inhale half the water while in the shower.

These chilled-out ocean cruisers have been around for over 100 million years and have absolutely mastered the art of taking life slow. Surviving dinosaurs, ice ages, and countless changes to the planet. If sea turtles had a life coach, their advice would probably be:

Slow down.
Don't sweat the small stuff.
Take a nap when you need one.
Always know where the nearest snack is.

Maybe sea turtles aren't lazy... maybe they're just winning at life

Amazing photo courtesy of

Shark Fun Fact!

Sharks have been swimming in our oceans for over 400 million years... which means they were around before dinosaurs, before trees, and long before anyone decided pineapple belonged on pizza and I am one of the few who like pineapple on pizza

In fact, sharks are so successful that they've survived multiple mass extinctions while many other species disappeared.

Most people think of sharks as just Great Whites, Hammerheads, and Tiger Sharks... but there are actually more than 500 species of shark swimming in our oceans!

They range from the tiny Dwarf Lanternshark, which can fit in your hand, to the gigantic Whale Shark, which can grow longer than a double-decker bus.

Some glow in the dark.
Some walk along the seabed.
And one species even looks like it's wearing a frilly Victorian collar!

Sharks come in far more shapes and sizes than most people realise—and every single species plays a role in keeping our oceans healthy.

Give a little respect to the ocean's ultimate survivors.

Thank you to for supplying me with his amazing pictures

Fancy a little nibble on your ear?

Our Tiger Shark Earrings are the perfect way to carry a tiny ocean predator wherever you go. Don't worry—they're much more interested in turning heads than taking bites!

Inspired by one of the ocean's most iconic sharks, these handcrafted sterling silver earrings celebrate the beauty, power, and importance of tiger sharks in our marine ecosystems.

No feeding required
100% bite-free guarantee
Handmade in sterling silver
Inspired by the sharks of Bimini

A little shark, a lot of attitude.

Tiger Sharks: The Ocean's Ultimate Bin Inspectors

If the ocean had a "will eat first, ask questions later" award, the tiger shark would win every year.

Tiger sharks are famous for being curious feeders and have been known to investigate all sorts of unusual objects. Their powerful jaws and serrated teeth can crunch through turtle shells, making them one of the ocean's most impressive predators.

Despite their tough reputation, tiger sharks play a vital role in keeping marine ecosystems healthy and balanced. They're not villains of the sea — they're essential ocean superheroes.

That's exactly why we love them enough to turn them into jewellery!

Tiger shark picture courtesy of

What's the strangest thing you think a tiger shark has mistaken for lunch?

Our handcrafted Hammerhead Shark Pendant is part of the Bimini Collection — jewellery inspired by some of the ocean's most extraordinary animals and created to help support shark research at the Bimini Biological Shark Lab.

Hammerhead sharks are instantly recognisable thanks to their unique head shape, called a cephalofoil. This incredible adaptation gives them enhanced vision and helps them locate prey hidden beneath the sand. Some species can even form large schools, gathering in the hundreds around oceanic islands.

Would your hammerhead swim up or down, two to choose from.

Every pendant is a reminder of these remarkable sharks and the importance of protecting our oceans for future generations.

Handcrafted in sterling silver
Inspired by real sharks of Bimini
Supporting shark conservation and research

Wear a piece of the ocean and help make a difference.

Hammerhead Shark Fact Time!

Think a hammerhead's head looks strange? Nature had a very clever reason for designing it that way!

The hammer-shaped head, called a cephalofoil, gives hammerhead sharks some incredible advantages:

Their wide-set eyes provide an amazing field of vision, allowing them to see above and below at the same time.

Their broad head is packed with special sensory organs that can detect the tiny electrical signals given off by hidden prey, even when buried beneath the sand.

They use their unique head almost like a tool, pinning down stingrays on the seabed before eating them.

And here's a fun fact: Some species of hammerhead gather in huge schools, with hundreds of sharks swimming together—something that is quite unusual in the shark world!

These iconic sharks have been roaming our oceans for millions of years, yet many hammerhead species are now facing serious threats from overfishing and habitat loss.

The more we learn about sharks, the more we realise just how remarkable they really are.

These stunning photos are courtesy of

What's your favourite shark species: Hammerhead, Tiger, Lemon, or Great White?

Meet the Lemon Shark!

Despite the name, lemon sharks aren't bright yellow and don't look like a piece of fruit. Their name comes from their beautiful yellow-brown colouring, which helps them blend perfectly into the sandy seafloor and shallow coastal waters where they spend much of their time.

Here are a few fascinating facts about these incredible sharks:

Lemon sharks are highly social and are often found swimming together in groups.
They can grow up to 3 metres (10 feet) long.
Scientists have discovered that lemon sharks can learn from experience and remember solutions to problems.
The waters around Bimini are home to one of the world's most famous lemon shark populations, making them a vital species for shark research and conservation.

For decades, researchers at the Bimini Shark Lab have been studying these amazing animals, helping us better understand shark behaviour and the important role they play in keeping our oceans healthy.

Every purchase from our Bimini Collection helps support shark research and conservation, ensuring future generations can continue to marvel at these incredible ocean ambassadors.

Have you ever seen a lemon shark in the wild or even a Lemon?