Protected species identification guides

This guide takes a closer look at 26 different types of seabirds that you may see in New Zealand's waters. Species featured in the guide are at risk of being caught in fisheries here and abroad. Published 2020.

This guide takes a closer look at New Zealand's protected sharks, rays, groupers, turtles, sea snakes and kraits. Species featured in the guide are at risk of being caught in fisheries here and abroad. Published 2018.

View the material prepared for Government observers on the identification of protected corals known to be caught incidental to fishing. Published 2014.

This guide will help you identify some of the marine mammals you may encounter at sea. Published 2020.

Read one of our marine identification guides on the DOC blog.