Today, new technologies help us collect more information about marine environments and the species that inhabit them than ever before.
The Mid-Atlantic sea turtle biology and behavior project utilizes acoustic telemetry, satellite telemetry, biological sampling, remotely operated vehicles, and oceanographic sensors to collect data on sea turtles in the Mid-Atlantic region and learn about their environment.
The Rhode Island acoustic array consists of approximately 45 acoustic receivers deployed in the coastal waters of Rhode Island. It provides vital information about species, especially sharks, living in and passing through Rhode Island waters.
The Chesapeake Bay river herring migration study uses acoustic telemetry to track migrations of river herring tagged on spawning grounds in Chesapeake Bay tributaries.
The Mid-Atlantic MBON project integrates cutting edge biological information with ocean observations to develop new data products, analytical tools, and information resources supporting ocean and coastal management.
For more information about the ACT Network or to find out how to become a member, please contact east.coast.telemetry@gmail.com