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Australia's last great whale haven: Cetacean distribution and conservation needs in the north-west marine region
| Title | Australia's last great whale haven: Cetacean distribution and conservation needs in the north-west marine region |
| Publication Type | Report |
| Year of Publication | 2011 |
| Authors | Ceccarelli, D, McCrea I, Collis M, Nicoll R |
| Pagination | 1-68 |
| Date Published | 11/2011 |
| Institution | International Fund for Animal Welfare |
| City | Sydney |
| Keywords | biodiversity, cetaceans, conservation, dolphins, oil and gas, threats, whales |
| Abstract | This report summarises the distribution and habitat requirements of all
cetacean (whale, dolphin and porpoise) species known to occur in the
North-West (NW) Marine Region, which extends three to 200 nautical
miles offshore in Commonwealth waters from Kalbarri up to the
Western Australian – Northern Territory border. The region boasts high
species and habitat diversity, numerous threatened and migratory species,
including the world’s largest but still recovering population of humpback
whales. This report identifies threats to cetacean populations in the region,
highlights conservation needs and makes a number of recommendations
for research and management measures. |
| Refereed Designation | Unknown |
