Summarizing the key message
of the review study, Prof. Bejder stated, «The recovery
of the iconic humpback whales
of Australia delivers both hope and optimism, as well as an opportunity to celebrate
success at two
levels: (1) the successful implementation
of contentious international management actions to protect marine species; and (2) the wise and significant investment in conservation science, illustrating how society can
respond to strong conservation interventions to
achieve outcomes that are not simply for immediate, human material gains.