Shark Scientist

Science Communicator

Thee Baddie Biologist

Carlee is making waves in the world of marine biology with her unrelenting passion for the world’s most misunderstood creatures: sharks. From her debut on international TV with National Geographic’s Sharkfest, to the release of 3 books…Carlee is sprinkling her Black girl Magic in the shark and marine science world!

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Hey, I’m Carlee!

I’m a shark scientist and science communicator on a mission to educate others about sharks in my own authentic way. I’ve dedicated my life to studying these creatures, and really want everyone to know just how amazing and important to our oceans sharks are.

From my research in Belize to appearing on National Geographic’s Sharkfest, co-founding Minorities in Shark Sciences, and writing children’s books— I’ve found ways to make sharks and the ocean accessible to all!

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What I Do

  • Research & Science

    I’m interested in the many aspects of shark tourism and its impact on shark behavior and ecology, mainly nurse sharks. I’ve also researched sea turtle interactions with trap fisheries in Florida.

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  • Science Communication

    From National Geographic to podcast studios to the United Nations, I translate complex marine science into stories that anyone can connect with.

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  • Author and Speaker

    I've written three children's books about marine science and speak at conferences, schools, and festivals worldwide. If you want sharks on your stage, classroom or your bookshelf, I'm your scientist.

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For the Next Generation of Ocean Scientists

Three children's books. One mission: build connection to the ocean in every young reader.

Sharks: A Day in the Life

Field Guide to the Green Sea Turtle

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Ocean Explorer: A Search-and-Find Book

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Representation

Opportunity

Accessibility

Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS)

MISS is a non-profit dedicated to increasing representation of gender-minorities of color in shark and marine science. I founded MISS with 3 other Black women shark scientists because we saw a need within our community for more accessible pathways to shark science!

Co-founder & Director of Communications

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Behind-the-scenes field work, shark science, and my life as Thee Baddie Biologist

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View fullsize What does Thee Baddie Biologist wear to a shark conference? 💁🏾‍♀️🦈 I carry the philosophy “Look good, feel good” everywhere I go, including scientific conferences. Because WHO said I can’t be a bad bitch with a big brain?!
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View fullsize Almost 6 years ago we founded @miss_elasmo and I’ll forever be amazed by the community we’ve built on our shared passion of saving sharks and rays 🦈💙 The fact that I traveled, networked and presented research overseas at a conference&h
View fullsize Last week I was able to attend Sharks International 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka 🦈🌏 Hard to put into words how it felt to be at THEE BIGGEST gathering of shark scientists in the WORLD!! 800+ attendees hailing from 84 different countries, ALL of us
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