What is a whale map?

This data map for passive acoustic detections is the second such tool for tracking whales off the U.S. East Coast and Atlantic Canada. WhaleMap, maintained by Dalhousie University, displays data from a variety of resources and partners. It includes both acoustic detections and visual sightings.

What is the whale alert app?

The Whale Alert app was launched in 2012 as a citizen science tool aimed at reducing the risk of vessel strikes. The app uses whale presence data including verified sightings, acoustic detections from buoys and gliders, and aerial surveys to display a user-friendly map based on nautical charts from country-specific government agencies.

How do I report a whale sighting?

The Whale Alert app empowers users to report whale sightings via an accessible interface. Users simply select the ‘Report Sighting’ button at the bottom of the screen to share a sighting at their current location, and can then upload images, select a species, and leave comments.