Derwent dolphin survey results

Dolphins at the Hobart docks. Photo: Graeme Paine, DPIPWE.

Dolphins at the Hobart docks.

Image: Graeme Paine, DPIPWE

Data is collected by the DEP as well as ferry operators and DPIPWE’s Whale Hotline. Below is summary data for January to March 2014.

Number of pods per sourceJanFebMarIn estuary
DEP survey 2 6 2 5
Ferry operators 3 1 2 3
Whale Hotline 21 1 1 18
Total per month 26 8 5  
Total pods 39  

Download dolphin survey map.

Please report sightings of whales and dolphins in Tasmanian waters to the Whale Hotline (0427 WHALES). Regular updates and further information can be found on Facebook.

Friday 20 June 2014