How did the world's biggest fish end up in a river?
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 17 October 2019
A whale shark was spotted 40 km upstream in Queensland’s Hey River, a rare event. CSIRO scientists studied it, collected DNA, and continue tracking whale sharks to uncover migration, behaviour, and population insights.
Keywords: whale shark, CSIRO, Ningaloo Reef, DNA tracking, migration, marine research
One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish: Species recognition software for sustainable fisheries
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 17 October 2019
CSIRO’s Marine Visual Technologies developed AI tools SNAPPER and WANDA to automate catch monitoring, reduce costs, improve sustainability, and trace seafood from boat to plate, supporting global fisheries management.
Keywords: CSIRO, fisheries, AI, SNAPPER, WANDA, sustainable fishing, seafood traceability
Northern Australian marine park's sea floor caught on camera for first time
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 23 October 2019
Researchers mapped Wessel Marine Park, revealing vibrant sponges and corals supporting rich life. Findings, shared with Traditional Owners and rangers, aid cultural respect, marine park management, and biodiversity protection.
Keywords: Wessel Marine Park, corals, sponges, biodiversity, Traditional Owners, marine research, conservation
