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About WhaleSpotter
WhaleSpotter delivers real-time whale detection and awareness to help prevent vessel strikes and support safer operations at sea. Using a camera-based system with thermal imaging and scientifically validated detection models, WhaleSpotter identifies whales far enough ahead of large vessels to give bridge crews time to slow, steer, or adjust course—reducing strike risk before a whale enters harm’s way.
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WhaleSpotter Leadership
Shawn Henry, CEO
Shawn Henry brings over 30 years of experience in bringing technology products to market. He has founded and scaled multiple startups into successful companies through both organic growth and acquisition. As CEO, he oversees all commercial operations, including product development, manufacturing, and execution.
Daniel Zitterbart, PhD, Co-Founder & Chief Scientist
Dr. Daniel Zitterbart has been researching surface-based methods for marine life detection since 2009 as an Associate Scientist at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. As a co-founder and Chief Scientist of WhaleSpotter, he brings deep scientific expertise and continues to advance techniques for real-time mammal monitoring.
WhaleSpotter in the news
How WhaleSpotter’s AI-powered ship and land based cameras protect whales in San Francisco Bay.
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Inside WhaleSpotter’s AI and thermal imaging system helping San Francisco Bay mariners detect and avoid deadly vessel strikes.
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New advances in thermal imaging are helping mariners detect whales before dangerous vessel encounters occur.
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Technology that detects gray whale spouts is giving mariners more time to avoid collisions in San Francisco Bay.
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