COSEA
Collaborative Sea Action
About
Document marine environments, coastal habitats, and species. Report on pollution, infrastructure, and the blue economy. Contribute data and photos to a collaborative map to help scientists understand marine factors and foster a healthy relationship between humans and the sea.
What's New in COSEA
4.4.2
July 17, 2026
* New: regional pilot area survey * Bug fixes and improvements
Developer apps
FAQ
What is COSEA used for?
COSEA is a citizen science app used to observe and document marine environments, coastal habitats, and species. It allows users to report on pollution, infrastructure, and the blue economy, contributing valuable data to scientific understanding and conservation efforts.
How does COSEA help scientists?
By collecting and mapping user-submitted observations and data, COSEA helps scientists gain a better understanding of the impacts and drivers of marine factors. This information is crucial for protecting and fostering a healthy relationship between humans and the seas.
Can I interact with other users on COSEA?
Yes, COSEA fosters a collaborative community. You can interact with other users by commenting on contributions, exchanging information, and showing appreciation with likes and hearts.
Is COSEA suitable for youth projects?
COSEA is an open project that invites youth projects and other organizations to co-use the app for observations, data collection, and community building. It's designed to be accessible for various groups interested in marine activities.
What kind of data can I submit to COSEA?
You can submit photos and data, referred to as 'Spots,' to the map. This includes observations and documentation of marine environments, coastal habitats, species, pollution, infrastructure, and aspects of the blue economy.
Does COSEA have ads?
No, COSEA does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on citizen science and environmental data collection without commercial interruptions.
What is the age rating for COSEA?
COSEA has an age rating of 17+. This is based on the content and nature of the observations and data collection involved in marine environmental monitoring.
How often is COSEA updated?
The latest version of COSEA is 4.3.7, and it was last updated on March 31, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and feature enhancements for the platform.
