Department of Conservation ranger John Heaphy is asking the public to respect the enormous privilege they have in being able to see a dolphin up close - and to be careful with Moko.
Tauranga is a multiple hazard area for dolphins, with boats, sands and banks.

See video below of DoC ranger John Heaphy talking about how to behave around Moko.

"We have got to be careful with him, make sure he's safe and sound," says John.
But at 3m and about 300kg, people should respect Moko's privacy, and leave him alone if he wants to rest and have a sleep.