Humpback whale flukes as seen during the Cook Strait whale survey
Did you know humpbacks are frequent visitors to the coastal waters of New Zealand? Learn more about this species.
Present day threats to humpback whales include entanglement in fishing gear and collisions with ships.
Find out about DOC's humpback whale conservation activities.
In this section learn about the ways you can work to protect humpback whales.
New Zealand stopped whaling in 1964 when the last whaling station in Cook Strait closed. In this video you'll meet the ex-whalers who now use their skills to help protect whales.
Department of Conservation researchers and former whalers are again about to start their winter watch for humpback whales moving through Cook Strait.
The conservation of whales in the 21st century
Stranded whales and dolphins: how you can help
Sharing our coasts with marine mammals - this brochure summarises the simple rules you need to follow around whales, dolphins or seals.
Whales in the South Pacific
Whales around Wellington
Marine and coastal conservation
To report whale or dolphin sightings or strandings phone the DOC HOTline 24 hour emergency number:
0800 DOCHOTline (0800 362 468)
