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🐬 New Research Shows Hector’s Dolphin Birth Rates Are Lower Than Expected
After four decades of careful study, scientists have revealed that Hector’s dolphins, one of New Zealand’s most iconic taonga species, reproduce more slowly than previously understood.
Natalie Jessup
Apr 14
Endangered Marine Mammals Are Dying in Sanctuaries - and the Law Allows It
New data from the 2024–25 fishing year shows 67 marine mammals were killed by commercial fishing vessels inside New Zealand’s marine mammal sanctuaries - areas created under law specifically for their protection.
Natalie Jessup
Mar 31
Dolphin Death – One Too Many for Critically Endangered Māui
The Endangered Species Foundation (ESF) is devastated by the recent discovery of another Māui dolphin carcass on New Zealand’s coastline.
Natalie Jessup
Mar 20
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