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Significant victory for WDC in fight to save world’s smallest dolphins

Significant victory for WDC in fight to save world’s smallest dolphins

A significant victory in the fight to save dolphins in New Zealand from extinction has been achieved after stricter fishing and environmental protections for the critically endangered Māui and endangered Hector’s dolphins have been sanctioned by the government. The move comes after a long campaign by WDC and gives the Māui and Hector’s a fighting chance…

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Have your say on the future for New Zealand dolphins

YOUR CHANCE TO STOP AN EXTINCTION This action has now closed. Make sure you are signed up for your monthly e-news from WDC and we’ll keep you up-to-date with our campaign. Hide Dive deeper Dive deeper NEW ZEALAND DOLPHINS WILL BE GONE FOREVER IF WE DON’T ACT NOW New Zealand dolphins are on the brink of extinction.…

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NZ government options for dolphins will be a CATastrophe

The New Zealand government is attempting to use a parasite spread by cats as an excuse to deflect from its failure to protect two of the most threatened native dolphin species in the country. Māui and Hector’s dolphins have declined dramatically due to net fishing over the last 50 years. There are fewer than 60…

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Sun, sea, sand and an adorable Māui dolphin by your side!

WDC and Don Fisher launch limited edition beach bag to help save the Māui dolphin. Barcelona based Don Fisher hand-make beautiful bags and purses inspired by marine life and they are launching a new product with a very important purpose! Their new Māui dolphin bag will be a limited edition – there will only be…

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