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Kia ora and welcome to Aotearoa New Zealand's underwater world! Discover, count and identify unique fish species from marine reserves.
Learn moreIdentify and count fish species in 10-second video clips from our marine reserves.
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I am excited to share with you a virtual dive into the waters of Aotearoa New Zealand. Your contributions will help us research and manage the diversity and abundance of our unique marine life.
Spyfish Aotearoa EYOur team deploys baited underwater cameras in marine reserves all over Aotearoa New Zealand to monitor the abundance and diversity of marine life.
Help us identify and count the species of fish recorded by the cameras. Your classifications will be used to determine the effectiveness of the reserves, inform marine management, and protect our taonga (treasured) species.