OCEARCH is a data-centric organization built to help scientists collect previously unattainable data in the ocean.

OCEARCH is a data-centric organization built to help scientists collect previously unattainable data in the ocean while open sourcing our research and explorations. Open sourcing and inclusion at every level, and in real-time, allows the world to participate in our projects while being aware of the developing science.

When you choose Shark Tracker+, you’re not only unlocking powerful new features but also directly supporting OCEARCH’s mission to protect sharks and return balance to our oceans. With Shark Tracker+, you’ll gain access to: • Premium Map Layers • Behind-the-Scenes Content • Enhanced Animal Profiles • Community Engagement

OCEARCH is a data-centric organization that's an enterprise we built to help scientists collect previously unobtainable data in the ocean to help move the system toward abundance.

With a focus on great white sharks, OCEARCH collaborates with unique individuals and institutions across the globe to gather critical samples for more than 25 research projects. Dive deeper into the sampling process and science projects with OCEARCH Science Briefs.

OCEARCH conducts research expeditions aboard the M/V OCEARCH, which serves as an at-sea laboratory. The M/V OCEARCH contains a 75,000 lb. capacity hydraulic platform designed to safely lift marine animals out of the ocean for access by a multi-disciplined research team.

Ironbound is named after West Ironbound Island near Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. He is the 53rd white shark SPOT-tagged by OCEARCH in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean.

OCEARCH is a data-centric organization built to help scientists collect previously unattainable data in the ocean while open sourcing our research and explorations. Why do you open source the data? Open sourcing and inclusion at every level, and in real-time, allows the world to participate in our projects while being aware of the developing ...

This powerful white shark was tagged on January 17, 2025, off the FL/GA coast, about 45 miles offshore. At 13.8 feet long and weighing an estimated 1,653 lbs, Contender is a mature male now contributing to OCEARCH’s mission of shark research and ocean conservation.

OCEARCH is traveling 4,000 miles to explore European waters and study the Mediterranean white shark population. We believe that in the summer and fall the Mediterranean white shark population migrates out of the Mediterranean Sea to forage in eastern North Atlantic waters.