Tohoro, Right Whale, New Zealand (IMAGE) University of Auckland Caption The Tohoro, or Southern Right Whale is one of New Zealand's rarest whale species. Researchers have monitored its movement and presence with the help of citizen scientists. Credit University of Auckland, Department of Conservation permit. Usage Restrictions Republish with credit to University of Auckland License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.