I have identified several earthquakes that might have been responsible for the recent mass stranding at Farewell Spit, Golden Bay, South Island, New Zealand.   
 
See http://www.deafwhale.com/stranded_whale/2009/pilotwhales_nz_Dec2009.htm
 
I need help identifying the pilot whales that stranded on North Island.  Are these long fin or short fin pilot whales?
Any help would be appreciated.
 
D Williams
Deafwhale Society, Inc.