Mission protocols, held until ethics review clears
Draft missions remain visible for source and review inspection. The public site withholds operational wildlife guidance until publication, science, and ethics approval. When a reviewed mission names a citizen-science platform, submit directly under that platform's terms; Blue Life Commons does not route or credit observations.
Ethical Whale Shark Observation at Ningaloo (with a licensed operator)
Join a licensed whale shark tour at Ningaloo Marine Park during the season and observe the world's largest fish without disturbing it — then contribute your observation to citizen science. This is a beginner friendly in
Harbor Seal Beach Monitoring
Participate in coastal monitoring of harbor seals ( Phoca vitulina ) at sandy beaches and rocky haul out sites. By observing seal count, demographic composition (adults vs. pups), and human induced disturbances, you help
Want a mission near you?
Missions begin as public GitHub proposals. If a coast, reef, or bay lacks a protocol, open an issue with the place, intended observation, and source material. Reviewers decide whether it can proceed.
Propose a mission on GitHub