Ein Buckelwal wirft sich aus dem Wasser
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SeaMonitor – listening to the ocean

North Atlantic
By Sophia Klimpel
6th March 2022
Polar & Sea Ireland

We know little about the creatures under the sea. The Irish project SeaMonitor wants to change that – by simply listening to the inhabitants of the sea. Project leader Ross McGill gives us an insight into his work.

Foto: Ein Buckelwal wirft sich aus dem Wasser. Credits: Joanne O’Brien.

Listen to our interview with Ross McGill

Ross McGill does work on deck. Credits: Ross McGill
The researchers position the receivers on the seabed. Credits: Ocean Tracking Network
The SeaMonitor team on field work. Credits: Ross McGill

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