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Dolphin Cruise in Christchurch,New Zealand
2008.03.02
New Zealand Seaweek took place on 2 to 9 March 2008, including Wildlife Cruiser for a Hector's dolphin tour in Lyttleton Harbour.
The ocean area that New Zealand is responsilbe for is 15 times larger than our land area.
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New Zealand Seaweek took place on 2 to 9 March 2008, including Wildlife Cruiser for a Hector's dolphin tour in Lyttleton Harbour.
The ocean area that New Zealand is responsilbe for is 15 times larger than our land area.
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What the Pacific Ocean means to Kiwis?
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What the Pacific Ocean means to Kiwis?
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The South Pacific Ocean is an integral part of New Zealand national identity, the oceans around us contain a wealth of natural biodiversity values, and has great potential for future economic opportunities as well.
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The South Pacific Ocean is an integral part of New Zealand national identity, the oceans around us contain a wealth of natural biodiversity values, and has great potential for future economic opportunities as well.
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The lookout posts on Port Hills along Lyttleton Harbour are witness of the World War II.
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The lookout posts on Port Hills along Lyttleton Harbour are witness of the World War II.
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The ocean area, half hour cruise away from Lyttleton Harbour is home of Hector's Dolphins - the smalles dolphins in the world.
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The ocean area, half hour cruise away from Lyttleton Harbour is home of Hector's Dolphins - the smalles dolphins in the world.
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Hector's Dolphin is also known as Little Pied Dolphin, New Zealand dolphin, white-front dolphin. Hector's dolphin is named after Sir James Hector. They were first found in 1881. There are about 7,350 Hector's dolphins left, most of them in South Island of New Zealand.
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Hector's Dolphin is also known as Little Pied Dolphin, New Zealand dolphin, white-front dolphin. Hector's dolphin is named after Sir James Hector. They were first found in 1881. There are about 7,350 Hector's dolphins left, most of them in South Island of New Zealand.
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Fish, squid and sometimes crustaceans are the foods for Hector's Dolphin.
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Fish, squid and sometimes crustaceans are the foods for Hector's Dolphin.
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Threats for Hector's Dolphin: human disturbance, chemical pollution, noise pollution, entanglement in fishing nets, prey depletion (lack of food).
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Threats for Hector's Dolphin: human disturbance, chemical pollution, noise pollution, entanglement in fishing nets, prey depletion (lack of food).
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baby dolphin: 9kg, 60-75cm long.
adult dolphin: 40-52kg, 1.2-1.5metres long.
A group of Hector's dolphins is usually made up of 2-8 dolphins.
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baby dolphin: 9kg, 60-75cm long.
adult dolphin: 40-52kg, 1.2-1.5metres long.
A group of Hector's dolphins is usually made up of 2-8 dolphins.
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A femal dolphin may produce a calf (baby dolphin) every 2-3 years. Their average lifespan is 20 years. Hector's dolphins are endangered and are one of the rarest cetaceans.
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A femal dolphin may produce a calf (baby dolphin) every 2-3 years. Their average lifespan is 20 years. Hector's dolphins are endangered and are one of the rarest cetaceans.
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Kids on board get a fun exercise book to play, paint and learn about NZ marine animals.
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Kids on board get a fun exercise book to play, paint and learn about NZ marine animals.
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The New Zealand seashore is rich of wild birds.
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The New Zealand seashore is rich of wild birds.
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The view of Lyttleton Harbour while cruising back from the Pacific Ocean.
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The view of Lyttleton Harbour while cruising back from the Pacific Ocean.
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The gateway to the rest of the world from Lyttleton Harbour.
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The gateway to the rest of the world from Lyttleton Harbour.
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What can we do to reserve a clean sustainable sea for the future generations?
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What can we do to reserve a clean sustainable sea for the future generations?
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Watching the rare Hector's Dolphins found only in New Zealand is part of New Zealand Seaweek took place on 2 to 9 March 2008. Experience the extensive local marine life of picturesque Lyttelton Harbour on a memorable two-hour wildlife cruise. As well as dolphin watching you'll engage in a spot of sightseeing and hear about the history of the area. Only 15 minutes from central Christchurch.
Apart from the organised beach walk, dolphin cruise and clean up beaches, here are some ideas to get ou started on your own private Seaweek.
* Go snorkelling or diving.
* Look after the birds nesting on beaches and in sand dune areas. Avoid driving on beaches but take care if you must. Keep your dog on a leash.
* Do not litter! Plastic and rubblish left on beaches or dropped in the sea can kill birds and marine animals if they swallow it or get entangled in it. Pick up any rubblish you see next time you are at the beach.
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