How can I help?
Fin Spotter is a database of shark encounters that we use to estimate and monitor the size of the population for these species. You can help by submitting your photographs of sharks using the encounter submission form!
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Step 1: Take a Photo
Top down photos are best! Try to fill the frame with as much detail of the pattern as possible. Get as close as you can without harassing the animal.
Step 2: Submit it!
Use our form to upload your image and encounter information to the database!.
Step 3: Get notified!
We'll let you know when your shark is spotted again with an automated email! Check in to keep up to date on the happenings of your shark!
State of the Art Machine Learning and Computer Vision
Behind the scenes, Fin Spotter uses state of the art machine learning and computer vision to identify the species in the image and to match individuals against our database!
