The Ocean Wise Whale Report App
Two levels of access. More ways to protect whales.
An estimated 20,000 whales are struck fatally by vessels each year. The Whale Report app empowers coastal communities and commercial mariners to work together in real time to protect whales from vessel strike and support critical marine conservation.
Whale Report is an upgraded and unified version of the widely used WhaleReport app and Whale Report Alert System app (WRAS), merging well-loved features with new and improved functionalities. These alerts are informed by a combination of verified user sightings and detections from, WhaleSpotter infrared technology and hydrophone arrays operated by JASCO Applied Sciences and SMRU Consulting.
Everyone can report whale sightings, and operators of large commercial vessels—such as ferries, tugs, cruise ships, freighters, and government vessels—can apply for access to real-time whale alerts via the Whale Report App.
For Reporters
Send a sighting. Save a whale
Sightings submitted in real time are transmitted to authorized commercial ships, prompting them to slow down or alter course—reducing the risk of striking or disturbing marine life.
Contribute to Conservation Research
Each sighting is reviewed and added to a research database, helping scientists monitor species occurrence and distribution over time.
Learn About Whales
Find out how to identify whale species in your area, learn about threats, and view marine mammal regulations and guidelines for responsible marine wildlife viewing.
For Mariners
Receive Alerts
Mariners can receive alerts when a detected whale is within 10 nautical miles of their vessel and can customize alert delivery through text, push notification, and/or email.
Set a Zone of Interest
Mariners can also choose to select an additional custom zone of interest from which to receive alerts.
View Whale Locations
An interactive map allows mariners to view whale locations within 3, 12, and 24 hours to help make informed decisions that protect whales.
Additional Whale Report Features
A streamlined experience for reporters and improved efficiency for mariners.
An Interactive map makes viewing Marine Mammal Regulations and Guidelines easy.
Access personalized sightings records, including information on alerts generated.
Access the Whale Report App
Data Providers
Acartia.io
Ocean Wise has partnered with Acartia.io data cooperative to provide increased marine mammal detections into the Whale Report Alert System, particularily in Washington State. Acartia is a decentralized data cooperative for sharing marine animal locations within the Salish Sea. It is named for one of the smallest animals in Puget Sound - microscopic copepods - but was built to recover one of the biggest - the endangered Southern Resident killer whales.
acartia.io
Orca Network
Orca Network is dedicated to raising awareness about the whales of the Pacific Northwest, the importance of providing them with healthy and safe habitat, and finding ways for people to work together to protect the rich, beautiful, and diverse Salish Sea. Orca Network provides data into the Whale Report Alert System via Acartia.io.
orcanetwork.org
Conserve.io
Conserve.io is bringing conservation into the 21st century by deploying a mix of mobile, web and crowdsourcing technology to simplify and scale the collection of conservation data and to make that data more actionable. Conserve.io provides data into the Whale Report Alert System via Acartia.io.
conserve.io
Beam Reach
Beam Reach catalyzes marine conservation wherever endangered salmon-eating orcas roam — from northern California to southeast Alaska. Based in Seattle, we are bioacoustic experts who create innovative technological solutions with our non-profit, government, and industry partners to help save the whales. Beam Reach provides data into the Whale Report Alert System via Acartia.io.
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Whale Alert
The Whale Alert app was launched in 2012 as a citizen science tool aimed at reducing the risk of vessel strikes. It empowers users to report whale sightings via an accessible interface, and informs users of speed zones, warnings, and other measures to reduce vessel speeds and reduce risks to whales and mariners.
whalealert.org
SMRU Consulting
SMRU Consulting is a global leader in marine mammal consulting and research, delivering innovative, robust and environmentally sound solutions to clients active in the marine environment. They have extensive experience in carrying out research into many facets of marine mammal biology, including acoustic analyses.
smruconsulting.com
Jasco Applied Sciences
JASCO Applied Sciences provides consulting and research services for assessing and mitigating underwater noise. Since its origin in 1981, JASCO has been developing and implementing acoustic technologies ranging from advanced acoustic recorder design to complex acoustic and behavioural modelling algorithms to comprehensive field monitoring and data analysis, including acoustic detection of marine mammals and human sources.
jasco.com
WhaleSpotter
WhaleSpotter offers automated marine mammal detection to prevent vessel strikes and reduce noise impacts. Whether operating vessels, dredging, or laying cable, it ensures marine life is protected. Designed for accuracy and ease of use, it's backed by scientific research and real-world deployments, helping humans and marine mammals coexist safely in shared waters.
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