The Japanese fleet has returned to port in Tokyo with the remains of 551 whales illegally slaughtered in the Southern Ocean Whale Sanctuary. Of their self allotted quota of 935 whales, the whalers killed 551. Of their self allotted quota of 50 Fin whales they took zero and of their self allotted quota of 50 Humpback whales they killed absolutely none.

Of a total objective of 1035 whales kills they failed to take 484 whales.

“Japan took only 53% of their target,” said Captain Paul Watson. “I think it is safe to say that the Sea Shepherd crew seriously affected their profits this season. My crew and I are elated that 484 whales are now swimming free that would otherwise have been viciously slaughtered. And we are especially pleased that not a single Fin or Humpback died and that is a complete victory.”