Maui dolphin

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:marine_mammals
gptkbp:behavior known for acrobatic displays
gptkbp:breeding_range reaches sexual maturity at 5-7 years
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
gptkbp:climate_impact potential threat to their habitat
gptkbp:color grey with lighter underbelly
gptkbp:community_involvement local communities engaged in conservation efforts
gptkbp:conservation_efforts protected under New Zealand law
working to protect them
depends on effective management strategies
sought for recovery programs
gptkbp:conservation_status Critically Endangered
gptkbp:cultural_significance important to Māori culture
gptkbp:diet fish and squid
gptkbp:ecological_role important for ecological balance.
gptkbp:environmental_concerns Marine Mammals Protection Act
gptkbp:first_described_by in 2002
gptkbp:fishing_regulations a major cause of mortality
gillnets pose a significant risk
implemented in their habitat
gptkbp:funding critical for ongoing studies
gptkbp:genetic_diversity low due to small population size
gptkbp:genetic_studies important for understanding population dynamics
gptkbp:habitat coastal waters of New Zealand
gptkbp:habitat_range limited to a small area
gptkbp:has_education important for local fishermen
aimed at reducing human impact
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Maui dolphin
gptkbp:human_interaction limited but can be affected by fishing
gptkbp:international_response recognized by global conservation groups
gptkbp:is_observed_in primarily around the North Island of New Zealand
gptkbp:length up to 1.4 meters
gptkbp:life_cycle up to 20 years
gptkbp:local_names gptkb:Popoto
gptkbp:migration generally resident in their range
gptkbp:population around 63 individuals
gptkbp:predators sharks and orcas
gptkbp:public_awareness campaigns to raise awareness
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:marine_mammals
gptkbp:reproduction gives birth to a single calf
gptkbp:research studied for population recovery
ongoing to monitor population health
gptkbp:research_institutes conducting studies on their behavior
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Cephalorhynchus_hectori_maui
gptkbp:social_behavior may exhibit playful interactions
gptkbp:social_structure small groups or solitary
gptkbp:speed up to 30 km/h
gptkbp:support crucial for conservation initiatives
gptkbp:threats habitat degradation
bycatch in fishing gear
gptkbp:tourism promoted as a way to support conservation
gptkbp:tourism_impact can be affected by boat traffic
gptkbp:vocalization uses clicks and whistles
gptkbp:weight up to 50 kg
gptkbp:wildlife gptkb:true
established marine reserves
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:marine_mammals
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4