Works great now.
It had issues before but with the new build, it works like a charm.
Buggy
Can’t submit reports. Says no internet but internet is available.
Marine Fauna Sightings v2
by Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
5 ratings
2 reviews
About
Record and submit sightings of marine animals off the Australian coast. Contribute to scientific understanding of their range, abundance, and movement patterns to aid in conservation efforts. Identify species with detailed information and photos.
✓Submit marine fauna sightings
✓Track species range and movement
✓Aid marine conservation
✓Identify marine mega-fauna
✓View species details and photos
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What's New in Marine Fauna Sightings v2
1.5
September 8, 2026
Bug fixes and reliability improvements for surveys and sightings: • Published sightings now show as Submitted correctly — previously they could remain marked as Draft. • Fixed an issue where saving a sighting as a draft could cause it to be submitted automatically the next time the app opened. • Drafts now keep their location correctly when reopened. • Survey GPS tracks are recorded for the full duration of the survey, including when the app is in the background or the screen is locked. • Fixed survey and sighting timestamps that could appear 8 hours ahead. • Ending a survey without a connection now saves the correct end time and location, and submits automatically when you're back online. • Clearer status when a survey is pending submission.
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What marine animals can I report with Marine Fauna Sightings?
Marine Fauna Sightings allows users to report sightings of marine mega-fauna, such as whales and seals, off the Australian coast. The app provides information to help identify these species.
How does Marine Fauna Sightings help marine conservation?
By submitting sightings, users contribute valuable data on the range, abundance, and movement patterns of marine mega-fauna. This information assists in protecting these species and informs management for marine and fishing industries.
Can I identify marine animals using the app?
Yes, Marine Fauna Sightings includes a 'Species' page with photos, diagrams, and interesting information to help users identify the marine mega-fauna they might see.
What devices support Marine Fauna Sightings?
Marine Fauna Sightings is available for iPhone and iPad devices.
What is the age rating for Marine Fauna Sightings?
Marine Fauna Sightings has an age rating of 17+.
How often is Marine Fauna Sightings updated?
The latest version is 1.4, and the app was last updated on June 21, 2026. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and data.
Does Marine Fauna Sightings have ads?
No, Marine Fauna Sightings does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on data collection and user education.
What is the user rating for Marine Fauna Sightings?
Marine Fauna Sightings has a rating of 3.4 stars based on 5 user ratings.