Shark Gang Taitung Shark Museum Introduction
The "Shark Museum" is located along Provincial Highway 11 at the northern end of Chenggong Township. The large sign that says "Shark Museum" and the many cute shark illustrations are very eye-catching! The owner, Mr. Chen, is a fisherman from Chenggong Township in Taitung County, and his family has over 30 years of experience working with sharks, earning him the title of "Shark King" in the area. Due to his work connected to the ocean and the dramatic decline in shark populations over the last decade, Mr. Chen decided to collect and preserve information and specimens related to sharks to help more people appreciate their beauty and raise awareness about marine conservation. Over 20 years ago, he transformed his warehouse into Taiwan's first shark museum, showcasing over 40 types of shark teeth, specimens, and the culture and stories behind past shark hunting, which is open for free public visits and encourages schools to conduct field trips there. In recent years, the Shark Museum has also evolved to offer dining services, welcoming the public to make reservations for meals!
