Observations

Ocean data on a range of physical, chemical and biological features (e.g. tides, ocean currents, pH, salinity, temperature, ocean colour, phytoplankton, etc.) are acquired by Fisheries and Oceans Canada as part of zonal research and monitoring initiatives in Canada's three oceans. Ocean observations form the backbone of our understanding the state of the oceans and how they are changing over time. Observational data are also critical for developing predictive ocean models.

Ocean Facts!
Using satellite imagery of chlorophyll a levels in the ocean surrounding Triangle Island, BC, DFO scientist Bill Crawford, along with colleague Gary Borstad are able to predict reproductive success of one of the islands residents- the Rhinoceros Auklet. Funding for the project was provided by the Canadian Space Agency through the Government Related Initiatives Program (GRIP).