OceanSounds
Our programsUnlocking the secrets of the ocean through acoustic monitoring
OceanSounds is a cutting-edge conservation project contributing to the Whales & Climate Research Program’s (ECOMAS) acoustic data set, gathering vital data on marine biodiversity along Australia’s East Coast.
OceanSounds is Living Ocean’s groundbreaking program that brings the underwater world to life through sound. This exciting acoustic monitoring initiative allows us to capture the symphony of ocean life, providing invaluable data for marine conservation. In partnership with Griffith University and Google AI, with support from McGrath Pittwater and DDB Remedy, OceanSounds is transforming the way we study marine environments.
By deploying specialised underwater recorders called Hydromoths, we’re creating a “soundscape” of marine life that helps us monitor and understand the ocean in a whole new way. This unique data enables scientists, conservationists, and policy-makers to make informed decisions to protect and preserve marine environments.
OceanSounds contributes acoustic data to the Whales and Climate Program's ECOMAS (East Coast Ocean Monitoring Acoustic System) research initiative. Together, we aim to map marine biodiversity, protect fragile ecosystems, and improve climate resilience for key species along the coastline.
How OceanSounds Works
Using Hydromoth recording devices, OceanSounds captures real-time ocean soundscapes that reveal critical details about marine species’ behaviors, migration patterns, and ecosystem health. With guidance from Dr. Jan-Olaf Meynecke, our project collaborates with First Nations Rangers in Coffs Harbour and Sundive citizen scientists in Byron Bay to strategically deploy these devices in key marine environments.
Why Sound Matters
By tracking vocalizations from whales, dolphins, and other marine animals, OceanSounds helps us understand habitat use, environmental changes, and the impact of human activity. Each recorded sound tells a story, bringing us closer to understanding and protecting our oceans.
Key research objectives
Enhance Marine
Biodiversity Mapping
OceanSounds will improve marine biodiversity mapping along Australia’s East Coast, supporting conservation goals aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 14 (Life Below Water).
Conserve Marine Ecosystems through Acoustic Monitoring
By using bioacoustic monitoring, we gain valuable insights into the movements and health of marine wildlife, supporting conservation efforts that protect vulnerable species and their habitats.
“OceanSounds gives us vital insights into marine life, helping us protect our oceans and the creatures that depend on them.”
— Bill Fulton, Living Ocean Chief Scientist
Support Ocean Sounds
Your donation supports OceanSounds, helping us capture vital ocean data to protect marine life and combat climate change.
Proudly supported by
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Griffith University
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McGrath Pittwater
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DDB Remedy
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Sundive Byron Bay
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