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Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary

http://hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.gov/

Provider: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration


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The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary protects humpback whales and their habitat in Hawaii.On this website, sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, find information on sanctuary news and events, photography, and an explanation of the treatment of the Hawaiian native language on this site.About the Sanctuary features essays on the sanctuary history, natural environment, the humpback whale, exploring the sanctuary, and Hawaiian culture. Check out the maps which provide the sanctuary boundaries on a variety of backgrounds including ocean depth, three-dimensional bathymetry, and NOAA charts.In the Education section there is an overview of the program, outreach highlights, and a look towards the future. Check back often for an exciting new educational adventure that will allow students to participate in the journey of the humpback whales as they follow along with research.Whale Watching in the Sanctuary is the story behind the humpback whale migration to Hawaii and what you might see as an observer. Explore whale behaviors and get the latest sanctuary ocean count figures.