CMS Update 2009

The CMS (Convention of Migratory Species) has released their 2009 updated paper on the health and populations of Marine Mammals in the Pacific. The 78 page paper delves into the effects of climate change, fishing techniques and by catch, increasing tourism demands and much more.

The Pacific Cetaceans MOU has their own website which gives information on meetings and implementations.

Most Pacific countries have signed their declaration to the CMS proposal, however Tonga has still held back, even though funds for the application have been offered to be paid by a private entity. Hopefully this will again be tabled at our November whale workshop.