The Oceania Project
@oceania.org.au
Established in 1988, The Oceania Project is an independent, nonprofit, scientific research organisation dedicated to the conservation and protection of Cetacea (whales, dolphins and porpoises) and the ocean environment. A long-term study of the eastern Australian humpback whales has been the major work of The Oceania Project. We have five ongoing research programs including a photo-identification survey commenced in 1992 to provide data for the study of the behaviour, social dynamics and ecology of the eastern Australian humpback whales. Our behavioural data and photo-id fluke catalogue have already made a significant contribution to documenting the recovery of the eastern Australian humpback whales following their near extinction due to commercial whaling in Antarctica. We have taken and analysed over 400,000 photo-id data images and our fluke catalogue consists of over 3,000 individuals, the largest digital data archive on humpback whales in the southern hemisphere. Our research has enabled us to document the life histories of over 600 individual humpback whales, many of whom we have come to know extremely well as they migrate annually up the east coast of Australia. Information obtained from these research programs adds to the body of knowledge about humpback whales and also directly contributes to the Australian cetacean management and monitoring program.
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About The Oceania Project
The Oceania Project is a dedicated not-for-profit organization founded in 1988, focused on the conservation and protection of whales, dolphins, and the oceans. Based in Hervey Bay, Australia, the project has made significant strides in marine research, particularly through its long-term study of humpback whales conducted from 1992 to 2005. The organization offers unique opportunities for individuals to engage in hands-on research through its Internship Program, inviting over 1,500 eco-volunteers to join annual whale expeditions.
The Oceania Project also serves as a global information resource, having established its website in 1996 to promote awareness and knowledge about marine conservation. The founders, Trish and Wally, both PhD candidates and members of the Southern Cross University Whale Research Centre, have focused their studies on various aspects of humpback whale ecology, including abundance, social behavior, and migratory patterns. With an extensive archive of over 70,000 images for photo-identification and ongoing genetic analysis, The Oceania Project plays a crucial role in advancing marine conservation efforts.
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