Who publishes Visual Sighting Surveys?

Northeast Fisheries Science Center, part of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce, publishes this dataset on Data.gov.

How often is it updated?

The publisher does not list a schedule. The last update was on 04/30/2026.

How do I download it?

Use the official source link above to view or request the data.

Checked Oct 30, 2026

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Visual Sighting Surveys

Name: Visual Sighting Surveys
Creator: Northeast Fisheries Science Center

Published by Northeast Fisheries Science Center · Updated 04/30/2026

Official source

Last updated: 04/30/2026
Update frequency: Not listed
Formats: Web only
Coverage: Nationwide; Federal data

About this dataset

The PSB conducts regular aerial and shipboard surveys and records sightings of marine mammals, turtles and seabirds.

Maps & Geospatial

Files and access

Links open the official government source

https://console.cloud.google.com/storage/browser/nmfs_odp_nefsc/PARR/READ/PSB/23306console.cloud.google.comWeb page
GCMD Keyword Forum Pageforum.earthdata.nasa.govWeb page
Full Metadata Recordfisheries.noaa.govWeb page

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Frequently asked questions

Who publishes Visual Sighting Surveys?: Northeast Fisheries Science Center, part of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce, publishes this dataset on Data.gov.
How often is it updated?: The publisher does not list a schedule. The last update was on 04/30/2026.
How do I download it?: Use the official source link above to view or request the data.

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Catalog checked 10/24/2026

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