Report whale sightings
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Get general information about the whales that frequent New Zealand waters.
Humpback whales are easy to identify and are well known for their spectacular breaching and beautiful, complex songs.
These baleen whales can be recognised easily by their strongly arched mouth, lack of dorsal fin and V-shaped blowhole spray.
Sperm whales are one of the easiest whales to identify at sea. These animals are widespread around the world, but have a patchy distribution.
Marine and coastal conservation
To report whale or dolphin sightings or strandings phone the DOC HOTline 24 hour emergency number:
0800 DOC HOTline (0800 362 468)
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