Aug 21, 2025 · Both subspecies have declined in abundance, mainly as a result of bycatch in gillnets. In 2017, NOAA Fisheries listed the Māui dolphin subspecies as endangered and the …

Hector's dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori) is one of six dolphin species belonging to the genus Cephalorhynchus. Hector's dolphin is the only cetacean endemic to New Zealand, and …

They are found only in the shallow coastal waters along the western shores of New Zealand’s North Island. Hector’s and Maui’s dolphins only live in New Zealand’s shallow coastal waters. …

One of the most endangered dolphins in the world, Hector's dolphin and the rare sub-species, Māui dolphin are only found off the coast of New Zealand.

Hector’s dolphin is listed as one of the Top 10 Most-Endangered Species of Cetaceans in the world at No. 6, and is designated as EN (facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild).

Aug 17, 2025 · Explore the complex reasons behind Hector’s dolphin’s critical endangerment, from human pressures to inherent biological vulnerabilities.

Aug 21, 2025 · The primary cause of decline in Hector’s dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori) populations is bycatch, accidental entanglement and death in fishing gear, particularly set nets …

Hector’s Dolphin, Cephalorhynchus hectori, is listed as Endangered on The IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM. It is endemic to the waters off New Zealand, and has one of the most …

Apr 13, 2025 · Hector's dolphins are known for their playful behavior and are frequently observed leaping out of the water and riding the bow waves of boats. Hector's dolphins face significant …

Jun 29, 2022 · On the international level, Hector’s dolphins have been listed as endangered with decreasing numbers since 2000, when a population viability analysis estimated the species …