Whale and Dolphin Tracker

Whale and Dolphin Tracker

by Pacific Whale Foundation

22 ratings
18 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 23, 2018
  • November 22, 2025
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About

Record sightings of whales and dolphins worldwide. Contribute to global research by logging your observations with GPS data and photos. Help scientists understand marine wildlife distribution and environmental interactions.

Log sightings in real-time
Built-in GPS logger
Upload photos with sightings
Access submitted data
View global sightings map
Contribute to citizen science
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What's New in Whale and Dolphin Tracker

1.36

November 22, 2025

Enable updated location logic for map and sightings collection.

User reviews

Where what how?

I can’t figure anything out on this map. I know there have been multiple whale sightings off Dana Point but this map shows nothing. It could be so much better I’m sure. How the heck do I use this.

Is this App still supported?

Lots of bad reviews. Not sure if this was an Interns project years ago and has been left for dead since then. Developer reply?

Not working in 2025

Not showing any Maui results in the Q1 2025 whale season.

When deleting app and reloading:
Won’t accept any user name no matter how many variations tried.

Needs work

Too hard to put in a sighting or look at sightings near by. For some reason even if you allow the app to track your location while using it, it still says it does not have access to your location. Giving it access all the time is ridiculous. Next allow the user to drop a pin where sighting is. I was on shore and say dolphins swim by but now it looks like they were on shore. Next why do I have to select from a group of only your boats? Allow others like on shore, type in a name, unknown. Hopefully it gets help otherwise do not bother.
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Can’t see whale sightings in Maui

Since I travel to Maui multiple times a year, I like to track where they are seeing whales before I come. I downloaded this to see where whales have been sighted in Maui. Used to be able to see it on their website, can’t do that any more, so downloaded this app. It defaults to my land based home location (no whales ever here) and there’s no way to set the geo locator to Maui, so no way to see the whales being spotted there. Total fail on this app.
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FAQ

How does Whale and Dolphin Tracker help with research?

Whale and Dolphin Tracker contributes to research by crowdsourcing data. This allows for a larger scope of data collection than dedicated researchers can achieve, increasing the likelihood of documenting rare species and understanding their distribution patterns.

Can I use Whale and Dolphin Tracker offline?

The app allows you to log sightings in real-time and use the GPS logger. While viewing the live sightings map may require an internet connection, logging your data can be done offline and uploaded later.

What kind of photos can I upload to Whale and Dolphin Tracker?

You can upload photos from your mobile device directly with your sighting. Researchers use these photos to confirm species identification and may add them to photo-identification databases.

How often is Whale and Dolphin Tracker updated?

The latest version of Whale and Dolphin Tracker is 1.36, and it was last updated on November 22, 2025. This indicates a relatively active development cycle for the app.

Is Whale and Dolphin Tracker suitable for children?

Yes, Whale and Dolphin Tracker has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for younger users interested in learning about marine life.

What devices are supported by Whale and Dolphin Tracker?

Whale and Dolphin Tracker is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering broad compatibility for Apple users.

What is the user sentiment for Whale and Dolphin Tracker?

Whale and Dolphin Tracker has an average rating of 2.5 stars from 22 ratings. This suggests that while some users find value in the app, there may be areas for improvement based on user feedback.

Does Whale and Dolphin Tracker cost money to use?

No, Whale and Dolphin Tracker is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.