Ocean Alert

Share sightings of ocean animals and learn about local protected areas

Support the ocean with Ocean Alert! Ocean Alert lets anyone contribute sightings of marine animals to a network of resource managers, scientists, and the public. These sightings contribute directly to sustainable ocean use and management for all.

Ocean Alert includes a full map of US National Marine Sanctuaries as well as other Federal and State areas such as Marine Protected Areas, Marine Conservation Reserves, and More - as well as NOAA nautical charts. Click on any area to learn more about allowed and restricted activities.

Features:

Interactive ocean map including NOAA Nautical Charts, US Marine Protected Areas, recent sightings and more

Marine Animal sighting survey - report sightings of any type of marine or coastal animal with a simple interface and help protect our oceans

Whale Alert ™ Marine Mammal Survey and Whale Protection Overlays and Sightings

Ocean Alert development was funded by BOEM in partnership with NOAA. Whale Alert™ support provided by IFAW. Protected area information provided by a public - private partnership of the NOAA MPA Center and ProtectedSeas.net

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