Maps · Environment & Biosphere

Global Fishing Watch

Visualize vessel activity, fishing effort, and time-based patterns at sea.

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Best for
Map biodiversity, deforestation, or conservation priorities
Source
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Map overview

Global Fishing Watch — Environment and Biosphere interactive map

Visualize vessel activity, fishing effort, and time-based patterns at sea.

Open the live map: Global Fishing Watch.

Highlights

  • Visualize vessel activity, fishing effort, and time-based patterns at sea.
  • Global Fishing Watch is an interactive environment and biosphere map with layered views you can filter.
  • Runs in the browser so you can zoom, compare, and share links quickly.

What it's good for

  • Map biodiversity, deforestation, or conservation priorities
  • Support habitat proposals with data-rich visuals
  • Share interactive layers with collaborators and stakeholders

Quick start

  • Open the map and move the view to your area of interest.
  • Toggle layers or filters to focus on the topic you need.
  • Save the link or grab a screenshot to share findings.

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