Tools
Provides users with the capability to view marine predator (i.e. dolphins, whales, sharks, penguins, sea turtles, seals and otters) observation data along the South African coastline from iNaturalist, SEAFARI and also view boat-based whale watching data from the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA). Users will be able to see the date, time and location of an observation, as well as species information and photographs if available.
The National OCIMS is the result of collaborative partnerships led by the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries and managed by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. The project has drawn from the expertise of government, labour, business, academia and other sectors. It serves under the premise of Operation Phakisa a national government project.
