Tail flukes of sperm whale
Sperm whales are one of the easiest whales to identify at sea. Their angled, bushy blows make them easy to spot even though they rarely show much more above the surface.
Did you know that Kaikoura is home to the main New Zealand population of sperm whales? Learn more about this species in this section.
Present day threats to sperm whales include entanglement in fishing gear and collision with ships.
Find out the sperm whale conservation work DOC is involved in.
In this section learn about the ways you can work to protect sperm whales.
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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