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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TO HELP MARINE ANIMALS
We're developing innovative technologies to help advance marine conservation and sustainability efforts.
Once we know where marine animals are and where they travel, we can protect our taonga from extinction. We've had to do some clever thinking to drastically change the way marine animal data is collected.
We've developed an AI powered aerial survey system to locate and identify Māui (Maui) and Hector's dolphins.
The biggest threats are location-related. By knowing where they are and when they are there decisions can be made to protect them from fishing, climate change, toxoplasmosis and other threats. Data can help tremendously halt the decline towards extinction.
Our technology and approach is being extended from drones to planes and from Māui to all kinds of other species.
By automating the surveying process, regular location data of critically endangered marine animals can finally be captured.
THE MĀUI
PROJECT
LOOPING IN CITIZEN SCIENCE
ACCESSIBLE DATA FOR EVERYONE
At MAUI63, we’re creating an ecosystem where everyone can contribute to and access comprehensive marine animal data.
Our platform welcomes inputs from drones, planes, citizens, researchers, and government alike. By syncing with global databases like GBIF and OBIS, we ensure that this information is centralised and accessible to all.
Whether you’re a scientist, policymaker, or ocean enthusiast, you have the data you need for research and to inform decision making.
We're helping combine any and all observations into a comprehensive picture of life in our oceans.
SeaSpotter is our collaborative app built specifically for spotting and reporting sightings of marine animals. Developed alongside DOC, WWF, Christchurch City Council, MPI and Microsoft, this citizen science tool harnesses the power of public engagement to gather vital info.
New Zealand’s waters are teeming with marine mammals, yet surprisingly little is known about many species’ exact locations, populations, and trends. Accurate, timely data is crucial for effective conservation.
SeaSpotter makes it easy and accessible for locals, tourists, and marine enthusiasts to contribute sightings, directly supporting vital research and conservation efforts.
By joining our community of marine guardians, you play an essential role in safeguarding our oceans incredible biodiversity.
AT MAUI63, WE’RE A
LITTLE DIFFERENT
..
A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CREATED TO PROTECT MARINE LIFE WITH THE VERY LATEST TECHNOLOGIES
ESPECIALLY OUR NATIVE MĀUI (MAUI)
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