A Global Mission

The mission of the Ocean Census is to accelerate the discovery of ocean life to advance fundamental science, empower conservation, and fuel innovation for the future of our planet.

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The Ocean Census Alliance unites national and philanthropic marine institutes, museums, and universities, backed by governments, philanthropy, business and civil society partners.

Share Your 2023 Stories of Discovery

From surprising underwater encounters, to individuals and teams working hard behind the scenes, share your favourite moments from the past year.

17/11/23

Biodiversity and Beauty at Johnston Atoll

A look back at the OET expedition to the Central Pacific with our onboard scientist Raissa Hogan.

11/10/23

AKMA3 Cruise Report

AKMA3 was the first expedition that Ocean Census scientists participated in. Expedition Manager, Marine Ecologist Dr Denise Swanborn, reports on what the team found. What was the AKMA3 expedition?  AKMA (which stands for Advancing Knowledge of Methane in the Arctic) began as a project between UiT and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in the US […]

19/06/23

Ocean Census Science Network

Ocean Census is bringing together scientists and others involved in species discovery around the world, and we want to hear from you. 

12/06/23

International Biodiversity Day

From agreement to action, how Ocean Census is taking on a global challenge to seek and discover ocean life before it's too late.

22/05/23
Join the census

The Ocean Census Alliance unites national and philanthropic marine institutes, museums, and universities, backed by governments, philanthropy, business and civil society partners.