The mobile application "Whale check in" is an indispensable assistant for lovers of sea travel, naturalists and scientists when observing the inhabitants of the seas and oceans. With the help of the application, you can determine the type of observed animal and learn many interesting facts about it.
The application combines information about encounters with animals and the state of their habitat. Anyone can transfer data and thereby contribute to the conservation of marine mammals in Russia.
Your messages can help track the ranges of marine mammals, provide valuable information about the abundance, condition and movement of populations and individuals. The information obtained will make it possible to timely warn scientists and employees of environmental organizations about the threats of pollution of the habitat of marine mammals, about sick or animals in trouble. So, it will increase the chances of their salvation.
The application contains recommendations on how to observe cetaceans and seals correctly and safely so as not to disturb or harm the animals. As well as advice on how to deal with an injured marine mammal in the water or on land.