Moana Mark Marine Research Organisation inAotearoa New Zealand

Help fund marine research projects in Aotearoa New Zealand

Save Our Moana

We’re a not-for-profit organisation that helps individuals and businesses to support marine conservation.

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Our Mission

The oceans are in peril with climate change, pollution, and overfishing pushing marine life to the edge. Vital research is needed to protect our most vulnerable species.

Our mission is to connect individuals and businesses directly with marine research projects in Aotearoa New Zealand. With your support, we can make a difference.

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Moana Mark

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., a body of open water, in particular the sea.

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Project Spotlight

  • A sperm whale swims underwater along the Kaikoura coastline

    Sperm Whale Protection Project

    Long-term monitoring of sperm whales in Kaikōura to track population changes. Your donation helps fund annual surveys that guide conservation and policy.

  • A leopard seal lies on a jetty with its mouth open wide

    Leopard Seal Protection Project

    National photo-ID and sightings database to monitor leopard seal ecology. Your donation supports vital data collection and public education.

  • A little blue penguin climbs over rocks

    Kororā Protection Project

    Long-term research on New Zealand little blue penguins to inform conservation. Your donation funds research students and ongoing population tracking.

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Call For Projects

Do you have a marine research project you’re passionate about? Anyone can apply for funding through Moana Mark. Whether you’re a high school student or a professor, all you need is curiosity, a hypothesis, and a willingness to conduct marine research. Find out more about the criteria for funding.

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