Published:  

April 2007
This booklet reviews the history of whales and whaling in the Pacific islands region.

Summary

This booklet reviews the history of whales and whaling in the Pacific islands region, the current status of the great whale populations, their life histories, migration patterns and economic impacts. Also considered are the continuing international efforts to protect whales throughout their annual migration paths, where some species remain under threat of hunting.

Publication information

Published by the Department of Conservation

ISBN 978-0-478-14166-5
hard copy

ISBN 978-0-478-14167-2
electronic copy

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