Research and Conservation of
Dolphins and Mediterranean monk seals
in the Ionian Sea, Greece
You can help us gather valuable information on marine mammals in the Ionian Sea.
By reporting your encounters with cetaceans (whales and dolphins) and Mediterranean monk seals, you will help us shed light on the distribution of on these charismatic species and contribute to their conservation.
By following the basic guidelines in this website you will minimise any disturbance or adverse impact on cetaceans and Mediterranean monk seals.
Did you come across cetaceans (whales and dolphins), while navigating across Ionian waters, we would love to learn about it.
Mediterranean monk seals are one of the most endangered marine mammals in the world. Help us protecting them by applying a basic code of conduct.
The IDP Monk Seal Photoidentification Catalogue has been developed since 2012. So far it includes 21 different individuals.
Whales, dolphins and monk seals can be sighted in the Ionian Sea. Here you can find some identification tips.
For 25+ years, over 1,500 non-specialist enthusiasts of marine conservation from 40+ nations, encompassing the five continents, have joined the Ionian Dolphin Project. They provided key support and helped us to obtain crucial data.
YOU can also join our citizen-science program and have an amazing experience while fuelling our research and conservation initiatives.
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As a small non-governmental organization, we rely on the generous support received from people like you to sustain our important research and conservation efforts. We will be grateful for any donation, whether big or small.
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