Citizen Science Engagement - May 2025
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Vessels and locations listed below by program activity.
May 2025
Introduction
The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) proudly recognizes the following DISCOVERY Vessels for their involvement in Citizen Science initiatives throughout May 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moana | Germany | South Pacific |
| Wanderlust | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Mosaic | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Nanuka | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Day Dream | West Palm | HQ |
| Faros | Greece | UK |
| Angel Wings | South Africa | UK |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Child | Queensland | South Pacific |
| Shamaness | Tasmania | South Pacific |
| Moana | Germany | South Pacific |
| Wanderlust | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Nanuka | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Nyla | Auckland | South Pacific |
| Wavelength | Florida | HQ |
| B'Leve | Mediterranean | UK |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Child | Queensland | South Pacific |
| Shamaness | Tasmania | South Pacific |
| Moana | Germany | South Pacific |
| Wanderlust | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Nanuka | New Zealand | South Pacific |
| Nyla | Auckland | South Pacific |
| Day Dream | West Palm | HQ |
| Yamal | New Zealand | South Pacific |
Neuston Net Research Collective
The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of the Neuston Net Research Collective by collecting samples of neustonic organisms, plankton, algae, plastics, or seawater. These data contribute to studies on ocean surface biodiversity and pollution.
| Vessel Name | Location | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Day Dream | West Palm | HQ |
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