No matter how brief the glimpse, it's a privilege to share the seas with Irish marine wildlife. Thanks to their work we now know we share the seas with dozens of species who also call Ireland home. When storm-force winds race across the Irish Sea, ferry and shipping services are cut off, disrupting our economy. This high quality oceanographic data contributes to the Atlantic Ocean Observing System. “The real-time information provided by the Irish data buoy network is particularly important for our mariners and rescue services.