Citizen Science Engagement - April 2025
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Vessels and locations listed below by program activity.
April 2025
Introduction
The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) proudly recognizes the following DISCOVERY Vessels for their involvement in Citizen Science initiatives throughout April 2025. Our Citizen Science program engages yacht owners, boaters, and crew in global ocean conservation by supporting marine research through data collection during regular voyages. These meaningful expeditions do not require scientists onboard and instead rely on community participation to contribute to ongoing oceanographic research and environmental monitoring efforts.
Seabed 2030 Project
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of the Seabed 2030 initiative, helping to map the ocean floor in support of The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| CV6 | Portsmouth | UK |
| CV11 | Portsmouth | UK |
| Lella | Fiji | South Pacific |
ORCA OceanWatchers
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of ORCA OceanWatchers, a citizen science program that uses a mobile app and online training to help participants collect data on whales, dolphins, and porpoises. This data supports marine habitat monitoring and the identification of key areas for protection.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Lella | Fiji | South Pacific |
| Sheokee | SP | South Pacific |
| Warrior | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Te Taiko | SP | South Pacific |
| Return of Irina | United Kingdom | UK |
| Farfelu | Italy | HQ |
| Elation | Florida | HQ |
CoralWatch
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of CoralWatch by recording coral health using a standardized color chart. These observations help track bleaching events and support global reef conservation efforts.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Ciencia | United Kingdom | UK |
| Lella | Fiji | South Pacific |
| Farfelu | Italy | HQ |
| Warrior | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Elation | Florida | HQ |
Eyesea
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of Eyesea by capturing geotagged images of marine pollution such as plastics, oil spills, and debris. This data helps map pollution sources and informs cleanup and prevention strategies.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Return of Irina | United Kingdom | UK |
Humpback Whale Sightings
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of research on humpback whales in UK and Irish waters. This study aims to understand changing patterns in humpback distribution, supporting long-term monitoring and conservation efforts in the region.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Return of Irina | United Kingdom | UK |
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