DOCSLIB.ORG

Solomons’ Most Popular (Though in the Still Largely Untapped) Tourist Region

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Solomons’ Most Popular (Though in the Still Largely Untapped) Tourist Region private dining area on the island’s high point). You can then jump on a Solomon Airlines’ commuter plane for a few days in the Western Province, the Solomons’ most popular (though IN THE still largely untapped) tourist region. A collection of sandy atolls and lush volcanic islands set in a warm torquoise ocean, the Western Province literally bustles honeymoon in the solomon islands with marine life. The unspoilt coral reefs of the region are a snorkeller’s haven, and easily accessed by hiring a speedboat SSolomonserenity and boatman from Gizo, the province’s main commercial hub. Under the water, you’ll see everything from parrot fish, BY JACQUI GIBSON clown fish and electric-blue starfish, through to manta rays and grey-tipped reef sharks. And, for the most part, it will be Not your typical honeymoon destination, the Solomon Islands offers just you in the water – with no one else for miles. plenty of options for couples looking for a unique romantic retreat… Nearly all tourism operators in the Western Province offer accommodation set very near to or over the water, making it When the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wanted time all too easy to plop into the ocean for an afternoon swim or out from their hectic 2012 winter tour of the Pacific, they a day’s kayak across one of the many picturesque lagoons. chose to relax and reconnect at Tavanipupu Private Island A favoured low-tide experience for visitors to the region Resort in the Solomon Islands. No TV, no shops, no traffic – Archipelago of a thousand islands Island hopping – your ultimate itinerary includes snorkelling over a submerged World War II relic no distractions. Just crystal-clear waters, pink-tinged sunsets The Solomons is a stunning archipelago of nearly 1000 Couples keen to explore the best of the Solomons should called ‘Betsy’. By speedboat, it takes about 45 minutes from and balmy temperatures of 30 degrees. islands covering more than 800,000 square kilometres start with a few days at Tavanipupu Private Island Resort. Just Gizo to locate the American fighter plane resting several What the royal couple got after days of high-profile public of ocean. It is home to about 500,000 people of mostly a 25-minute flight from Honiara, the Solomon’s capital city, metres below the water’s surface. Extraordinarily, the US engagements was the picture-perfect, pared-back, romantic Melanesian descent – 75 per cent of whom still make a living it’s the kind of place you can be as active or relaxed as you like. Navy Grumman Hellcat is still visible after being shot down escape. Tavanipupu, a seven-bungalow, one-villa resort located from subsistence farming and fishing. English is widely Roll out of your king-size, four-poster bed into an in a US-Japanese scuffle more than half a century ago. On a in the Marau Sound of Guadalcanal, is the Solomon Islands’ spoken, alongside dozens of local dialects, with Pidgin the outdoor hammock for a mid-morning nap. When you’re turning tide, the plane literally rises to the surface. only luxury resort. Yet, in many ways, it pretty much typifies language that binds them. feeling more active, the island’s coral reef lagoon will provide Hiking, village and heritage tours, surfing and diving what any couple can expect from the Solomons, regardless The country is possibly best known for its world-class plenty of opportunity for swimming and snorkelling – and are also extremely popular in the Western Province. Top of budget or timeframe. It’s here – in a country located diving and as one of the battle grounds of the Second World there’s paddle boarding and kayaking, too. Walk the island, dive spots include Gizo, Munda and Marovo Lagoon, with approximately 3500km north-west of New Zealand – you can War. These days, however, the Solomons is also attracting visit a nearby village or enjoy a romantic dinner on your Uepi Resort (in the Marovo Lagoon) considered the ultimate completely break away from modern existence and immerse adventurous honeymooners wanting a Pacific paradise that’s own private jetty (if you take the supreme bungalow where base for couples wanting to balance time together with time yourself in the tranquility of island life. both idyllic and off the beaten track. Photos by Jacqui Gibson and Bureau The Solomon Islands Tourism William and Kate stayed) or at honeymooner’s lookout (a exploring the ocean’s extraordinary wildlife. cont:- 160 www.brideandgroom.co.nz www.brideandgroom.co.nz 161 What’s on the menu Food in the Solomons is typically basic but fresh and delicious. Fresh fish, seasonal fruit (coconut, mango, banana and papaya) and vegetables are staples. Crayfish is especially popular. Where to stay At Tavanipupu Private Island Resort you can stay in the supreme bungalow where William and Kate stayed or choose from another of the seven bungalows (the resort takes a maximum of 18 guests). Located in Guadalcanal Province, prices start from NZ$190. Uepi Resort is a stunning eco, dive getaway in the Western Province for couples who love the water. At Uepi all the food is home-grown and locally sourced. Uepi’s many dive activities make this a place couples love to return to (Australian owners Jill and Grant Kelly say one couple has been back every year for nearly 20 years). There are special deals available to honeymooners – just contact them for Explore the hidden paradise of the South Pacifi c, an archipelago more on prices. comprising a vast group of 992 breathtaking tropical islands. Getting there Oravae Cottage is an open-plan wooden bungalow located Feel the spirit of adventure and enjoy your own special piece of 20 minutes’ boat ride from Gizo in the Western Province. To get to the Solomons, visitors must first fly to Brisbane paradise - dive, fi sh, surf, hike, kayak or simply relax and discover Run by Patson and Naomi Baea, the cottage is ideal for (about a three-hour flight) and then transit to the city of a culture with a welcoming smile. newlyweds wanting total seclusion in a rustic island getaway. Honiara (which takes another three hours). From Honiara Oravae Cottage is low budget but perfectly positioned for International Airport it’s possible to take a comfortable FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: air-conditioned coach to the domestic terminal and jump Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau great snorkelling, delicious home-cooked food, and views of PO Box 321, Mendana Avenue, Honiara, Solomon Islands the lagoon and the occasional local fisherman in a dugout straight on the local carrier, Solomon Airlines, for the final call (677) 22442 or email [email protected] Photos by Jacqui Gibson and Bureau The Solomon Islands Tourism honeymoon in the solomon islands canoe passing by. Prices start from NZ$140. leg of your journey. www.visitsolomons.com.sb www.facebook.com/VisitSolomonIslands 162 www.brideandgroom.co.nz www.brideandgroom.co.nz 163.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Land and Maritime Connectivity Project: Road Component Initial
    Land and Maritime Connectivity Project (RRP SOL 53421-001) Initial Environmental Examination Project No. 53421-001 Status: Draft Date: August 2020 Solomon Islands: Land and Maritime Connectivity Project – Multitranche Financing Facility Road Component Prepared by Ministry of Infrastructure Development This initial environmental examination is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of the ADB’s Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to any particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Solomon Islands: Land and Maritime Connectivity Project Road Component – Initial Environmental Examination Table of Contents Abbreviations iv Executive Summary v 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Background to the Project 1 1.2 Scope of the Environmental Assessment 5 2 Legal and Institutional Framework 6 2.1 Legal and Planning Framework 6 2.1.1 Country safeguard system 6 2.1.2 Other legislation supporting the CSS 7 2.1.3 Procedures for implementing the CSS 9 2.2 National Strategy and Plans 10 2.3 Safeguard Policy Statement 11 3 Description of the Subprojects 12 3.1 Location and Existing Conditions – SP-R1 12 3.1.1 Existing alignment 12 3.1.2 Identified issues and constraints 14 3.2 Location and Existing Conditions – SP-R5 15 3.2.1 Location
    [Show full text]
  • Treks and Adventures in Solomon Islands
    Treks and adventures in Solomon Islands Bushwalking in and around Honiara Savo volcano Village stays on the Weathercoast Trekking & biking in Guadalcanal Trekking & biking in Malaita Kayaking & trekking in Western Province Kayaking in Isabel Exploring Arnavon Islands and South Choiseul Biking in Rennell Surfing in Makira and around the Solomons Compiled by Harry Greenwell, Matt Swainson, Radha Etheridge, Alan McNeil, Dan Raymond, Graham Teakle, Rhona McPhee, Tanya Rad and Dave Pattison March 2007 Contents 1. INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................................................2 2. TREKKING & RIDING IN SOLOMONS – GENERAL COMMENTS............................................................................3 3. BUSHWALKS IN AND AROUND HONIARA ...............................................................................................................9 3.1 MATANIKO WATERFALL AND WATER CAVES (BEHIND CHINATOWN) ..................................................................................9 3.2 TENARU WATERFALL (EAST OF HONIARA)............................................................................................................................ 10 3.3 BARANA CAVE, WATERFALL AND WAR RELICS (MT AUSTEN)............................................................................................. 10 3.4 KAHOVE WATERFALL (AKA ‘TRENCHES CREEK FALLS’, KAKABONA, WEST OF HONIARA)............................................. 11 3.5 TINA RIVER
    [Show full text]
  • ISSUE 66 Solomon Islands Very Own
    SOLOMON AIRLINE’S COMPLIMENTARY INFLIGHT MAGAZINE www.flysolomons.com SolomonsISSUE 66 Solomon Islands Very Own Meet the Family For partership enquiries, contact us on: +677 30257 Drink Responsibly CONT LLS EST KI S P U O S R R A E G Y 2 1 0 0 2 2 G IN AT CELEBR Inset: Alvin Chand from Asco Motors Fiji the winning technician Serviced by Champions You are in champion hands throughout the South Pacific with dedicated teams of service and parts advisors as well as highly trained professional technicians. Toyota believes in only striving for the best and each year holds a Group Skills Competition, which brings the best of the best representatives to one location to compete. This year the Group Skills Contest reached a twenty year milestone, which was held at Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Regional Headquarters in Brisbane. All contestants performed admirably and the various judges had their work cut out in reaching their final winning choices for each category. Alvin Chand from Fiji won the Technician award while Fiji also took out the Parts Advisors award with Aman Bhan victorious. Mo’unga Finau representing Asco Motors Tonga came out the galant winner for the Service Advisors category. So next time you visit your local Toyota dealer, you can be assured you are being looked after by true champions. Call in and see your local winning team today. Papua New Guinea Ph: (675) 322 9400 American Samoa Ph: (684) 633 4281 Samoa Ph: (685) 20800 Solomon Islands Ph: (677) 30314 Fiji Islands Ph: (679) 338 4888 Tonga Ph: (676) 23500 Vanuatu Ph: (678) 22341 Holding Company - Toyota Tsusho South Pacific Holdings Pty Ltd - www.toyota.tsusho.com.au 000044TTSPH Solomons www.flysolomons.com WELKAM FRENS T o a l l o u r v a l u e d c u s t o m e r s aircraft whereas NO other operator into Honiara was able to.
    [Show full text]
  • The Naturalist and His 'Beautiful Islands'
    The Naturalist and his ‘Beautiful Islands’ Charles Morris Woodford in the Western Pacific David Russell Lawrence The Naturalist and his ‘Beautiful Islands’ Charles Morris Woodford in the Western Pacific David Russell Lawrence Published by ANU Press The Australian National University Canberra ACT 0200, Australia Email: [email protected] This title is also available online at http://press.anu.edu.au National Library of Australia Cataloguing-in-Publication entry Author: Lawrence, David (David Russell), author. Title: The naturalist and his ‘beautiful islands’ : Charles Morris Woodford in the Western Pacific / David Russell Lawrence. ISBN: 9781925022032 (paperback) 9781925022025 (ebook) Subjects: Woodford, C. M., 1852-1927. Great Britain. Colonial Office--Officials and employees--Biography. Ethnology--Solomon Islands. Natural history--Solomon Islands. Colonial administrators--Solomon Islands--Biography. Solomon Islands--Description and travel. Dewey Number: 577.099593 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher. Cover image: Woodford and men at Aola on return from Natalava (PMBPhoto56-021; Woodford 1890: 144). Cover design and layout by ANU Press Printed by Griffin Press This edition © 2014 ANU Press Contents Acknowledgments . xi Note on the text . xiii Introduction . 1 1 . Charles Morris Woodford: Early life and education . 9 2. Pacific journeys . 25 3 . Commerce, trade and labour . 35 4 . A naturalist in the Solomon Islands . 63 5 . Liberalism, Imperialism and colonial expansion . 139 6 . The British Solomon Islands Protectorate: Colonialism without capital . 169 7 . Expansion of the Protectorate 1898–1900 .
    [Show full text]
  • From the Beach Bliss of Gizo to the Aquamarine Waters of Tropical Tavanipupu, the Solomon Islands Will Make You Swoon
    A native ROMANCE BY ROSHAN SUKHLA From the beach bliss of Gizo to the aquamarine waters of tropical Tavanipupu, the Solomon Islands will make you swoon. hat’s that saying about finding from the everyday, yet only a three-hour flight from something when you least expect it? Australia. My perfect piece of matrimonial paradise is WWell here I am, I definitely wasn’t looking located on the beautiful Small Naru sandbar in the for it, but I’ve found it. It’s small and intimate, yet middle of the ocean near Gizo in the Western sparse and infinite. It’s secluded and open, yet Province of the country. It’s the ideal site for a simple and magnificent. As the sun sets, shades of low-key, high-romance celebration. Just the perfect pink and purple are strewn across the sky, and I spot to invite a few close family and friends to know I’ve found it – I’ve found my dream wedding celebrate the most important commitment you’ll destination. make in your life. All that’s left to do now is to find a I’m here in the Solomon Islands, a world away husband-to-be – that shouldn’t be too hard! –194– vacationsmag.com vacationsmag.com –195– ISLAND culture Clockwise from left: Kakabona Cultural Village in Honiara; The Central Market, Honiara; Fatboys Resort Opposite page: Aerial shot of Tavanipupu Opening image: Fatboys is on Mbabanga Island, off Ghizo GORGEOUS GIZO pad featuring an open verandah and incredible views out over the ocean. Awake to a gorgeous sunrise and the waves gently The Solomon Islands stretch some 1800 kilometres across nine crashing ashore.
    [Show full text]
  • An Otago Storeman in Solomon Islands
    AN OTAGO STOREMAN IN SOLOMON ISLANDS The diary of William Crossan, copra trader, 1885–86 AN OTAGO STOREMAN IN SOLOMON ISLANDS The diary of William Crossan, copra trader, 1885–86 Edited by Tim Bayliss-Smith Reader in Pacific Geography, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, England, UK and Judith A. Bennett Professor of History, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand Aotearoa Published by ANU E Press The Australian National University Canberra ACT 0200, Australia Email: [email protected] This title is also available online at http://epress.anu.edu.au National Library of Australia Cataloguing-in-Publication entry Title: An Otago storeman in Solomon Islands : the diary of William Crossan, copra trader, 1885-86 / edited by Tim Bayliss-Smith and Judith A. Bennett. ISBN: 9781922144201 (pbk.) 9781922144218 (ebook) Subjects: Crossan, William. Copra industry--Solomon Islands--History. Merchants--New Zealand--Biography. New Zealand--History--19th century. Solomon Islands--History--19th century. Other Authors/Contributors: Bayliss-Smith, Tim. Bennett, Judith A., 1944- Dewey Number: 993.02 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher. Cover design and layout by ANU E Press Printed by Griffin Press This edition © 2012 ANU E Press Contents List of Figures ..................................... vii Acknowledgements .................................. ix Introduction: Islands traders and trading .................. 1 1. William Crossan ................................... 7 2. Makira islanders and Europeans ...................... 15 3. Chiefs and traders ................................. 27 4. Crossan’s Hada Bay Diary ........................... 37 Appendix 1. ‘My Dearest Aunt’ ......................... 85 Appendix 2.
    [Show full text]
  • Stimulating Investment in Pearl Farming in Solomon Islands: Final Report
    Stimulating investment in pearl farming in Solomon Islands: Final report Item Type monograph Publisher The WorldFish Center Download date 03/10/2021 22:05:59 Link to Item http://hdl.handle.net/1834/25325 Stimulating investment in pearl farming in Solomon Islands FINAL REPORT August 2008 Prepared by: The WorldFish Center, Solomon Islands, and The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Solomon Islands Supported by funds from the European Union Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources CONTENTS 1 THE PROJECT...............................................................................................1 2 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................2 2.1 Pearl farming in the Pacific.............................................................................2 2.2 Previous pearl oyster exploitation in Solomon Islands...................................4 3 THE PEARL OYSTERS................................................................................5 3.1 Suitability of coastal habitat in Solomon Islands............................................5 3.2 Spat collection and growout............................................................................6 3.3 Water Temperature.........................................................................................8 3.4 White-lipped pearl oyster availability.............................................................8 3.5 The national white-lip survey.........................................................................8 3.6
    [Show full text]
  • Solomon Islands
    Covering events from January - December 2000 SOLOMON ISLANDS Solomon Islands Head of state: Queen Elizabeth II, represented by John Ini Lapli Head of government: Manasseh Sogavare (replaced Bartholomew Ulufa'alu in June) Capital: Honiara Population: 0.4 million Official languages: Solomon Islands Pidgin, English Death penalty: abolitionist for all crimes The conflict between rival armed political groups - the Malaita Eagle Force (MEF) and the Isatabu Freedom Movement (IFM) - continued on the country's main island, Guadalcanal. Both sides committed human rights abuses against the civilian population. Scores of civilians, including women, children and other non-combatants, were abducted, ill-treated, raped and killed; these abuses were attributed to the MEF, the IFM or splinter groups. Thousands of villagers were internally displaced and deprived of medical assistance and relief supplies during an MEF blockade. The blockade was lifted following the signing of a peace accord in October. Armed conflict and coup The MEF emerged as the main armed political group representing the interests of settlers on Guadalcanal island. The settlers, from Malaita province, had been displaced in 1999 following attacks by the IFM. The MEF declared it was using military force to put pressure on the government to provide compensation for loss of life and property in Malaita during previous attacks by the IFM. In June Malaitan paramilitary police officers led a coup and joined forces with the MEF. They raided the main police armoury, took Prime Minister Bartholomew Ulufa'alu hostage and forced him to resign. Opposition leader Manasseh Sogavare was elected as the new Prime Minister after the MEF leader threatened ''all out war'' unless parliament elected a new Prime Minister.
    [Show full text]
  • Transport Sector Flood Recovery Project / Transport Sector Development Project
    Environmental Monitoring Report Report August 2016 SOL: Transport Sector Flood Recovery Project / Transport Sector Development Project Public Environmental Report Prepared by Ministry of Infrastructure Development for the Solomon Islands Government and the Asian Development Bank. This environmental monitoring report is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB's Board of Directors, Management, or staff, and may be preliminary in nature. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Environmental Assessment Document Solomon Islands Transport Sector Flood Recovery Project Public Environmental Report August 2016 Prepared By: SMEC International Pty Ltd in Association with IMC Worldwide Ltd For: Ministry of Infrastructure Development, Government of the Solomon Islands The Asian Development Bank This environmental assessment is a document of the borrower. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of ADB’s Board of Directors, Management, or Staff, and may be preliminary in nature. In preparing any country program or strategy, financing any project, or by making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area in this document, the Asian Development Bank does not intend to make any judgments
    [Show full text]
  • Pubblicazione Mensile Edita Dalla Unione Malacologica Italiana
    Distribution and Biogeography of the Recent Haliotidae (Gastropoda: Vetigastropoda) Worid-wide Daniel L. Geiger Autorizzazione Tribunale di Milano n. 479 del 15 Ottobre 1983 Spedizione in A.P. Art. 2 comma 20/C Legge 662/96 - filiale di Milano Maggio 2000 - spedizione n. 2/3 • 1999 ISSN 0394-7149 SOCIETÀ ITALIANA DI MALACOLOGIA SEDE SOCIALE: c/o Acquano Civico, Viale Gadio, 2 - 20121 Milano CONSIGLIO DIRETTIVO 1999-2000 PRESIDENTE: Riccardo Giannuzzi -Savelli VICEPRESIDENTE: Bruno Dell'Angelo SEGRETARIO: Paolo Crovato TESORIERE: Sergio Duraccio CONSIGLIERI: Mauro Brunetti, Renato Chemello, Stefano Chiarelli, Paolo Crovato, Bruno Dell’Angelo, Sergio Duraccio, Maurizio Forli, Riccardo Giannuzzi-Savelli, Mauro Mariani, Pasquale Micali, Marco Oliverio, Francesco Pusateri, Giovanni Repetto, Carlo Smriglio, Gianni Spada REVISORI DEI CONTI: Giuseppe Fasulo, Aurelio Meani REDAZIONE SCIENTIFICA - EDITORIAL BOARD DIRETTORE - EDITOR: Daniele BEDULLI Dipartimento di Biologia Evolutiva e Funzionale. V.le delle Scienze. 1-43100 Parma, Italia. Tel. + + 39 (521) 905656; Fax ++39 (521) 905657 E-mail : [email protected] CO-DIRETTORI - CO-EDITORS: Renato CHEMELLO (Ecologia - Ecology) Dipartimento di Biologia Animale. Via Archirafi 18. 1-90123 Palermo, Italia. Tel. + + 39 (91) 6177159; Fax + + 39 (9D 6172009 E-mail : [email protected] Marco OLIVERIO (Sistematica - Systematics) Dipartimento di Biologia Animale e dell’Uomo. Viale dell’Università 32. 1-00185 Roma, Italia. E-mail : [email protected] .it Italo NOFRONI (Sistematica - Systematict) Via Benedetto Croce, 97. 1-00142 Roma, Italia. Tel + + 39(06) 5943407 E-mail : [email protected] Pasquale MICALI (Relazioni con i soci - Tutor) Via Papina, 17. 1-61032 Fano (PS), Italia. Tel ++39 (0721) 824182 - Van Aartsen, Daniele Bedulli, Gianni Bello, Philippe Bouchet, Erminio Caprotti, Riccardo Catta- MEMBRI ADVISORS : Jacobus J.
    [Show full text]
  • Select Bibliography on Solomon Islands, 2003–2017
    Select Bibliography on Solomon Islands, 2003–2017 Clive Moore School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry The University of Queensland August 2017 Select Bibliography on Solomon Islands, 2003–2017 Biography Clive Moore CSI, is an Emeritus Professor in the School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry at The University of Queensland, where previously he held the McCaughey Chair of History. He is a leading Pacific historian whose major publications have been on New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, the Pacific labour reserve, Australia’s Pacific Island immigrants, federation, masculinity and sexuality. Inaugural President of the Australian Association for the Advancement of Pacific Studies (2006–10), in 2005 he was awarded a Cross of Solomon Islands, and between 2011 and 2017 he was a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities. In 2012, he was made Outstanding Alumni of the Year at James Cook University, and in 2015 he was awarded the John Douglas Kerr Medal of Distinction by The Royal Historical Society of Queensland and the Professional Historians Association (Queensland). His has major monographs are Kanaka: A History of Melanesian Mackay (Port Moresby, Institute of Papua New Guinea Studies and University of Papua New Guinea Press, 1985); Sunshine and Rainbows: The Development of Gay and Lesbian Culture in Queensland (St Lucia, Qld, University of Queensland Press, 2001; New Guinea: Crossing Boundaries and History (Honolulu, University of Hawai’i Press, 2003); Happy Isles in Crisis: The Historical Causes for a Failing State in Solomon Islands, 1998–2004 (Canberra, Asia Pacific Press, 2004); The Forgan Smith: History of a Building and its People at The University of Queensland (St Lucia, Qld, The University of Queensland, 2010); and, Making Mala: Malaita in Solomon Islands, 1870s–1903s (Canberra, Australian National University Press, 2017).
    [Show full text]
  • Chapter 4: Distribution and Biogeography of the Recent Haliotidae (Gastropoda: Vetigastropoda) World-Wide
    Chapter 4: Distribution and Biogeography of the Recent Haliotidae (Gastropoda: Vetigastropoda) World-wide. INTRODUCTION Abalone are a family of marine gastropods consisting of 55 currently described species of world-wide distribution in tropical and temperate waters of both hemispheres. During revision work on this family I have recently evaluated all Recent taxa, 200 at the species level and 17 at the genus level (Geiger, 1998a). Some other taxonomic mat- ters have been dealt with elsewhere (Geiger 1998b, 1999; Geiger & Stewart, 1998, Stewart & Geiger, 1999). Knowledge of the distribution of most species is sketchy, par- ticularly due to the absence of specimen-based accounts. Most indications regarding the distribution of abalone in the literature may be termed intuitive (e.g., Ubaldi, 1993, 1995) with limited exceptions (Geiger, 1996, 1999; Simone, 1998; Stewart & Geiger, 1999). In this second, larger treatment of the family Haliotidae, I concentrate on the dis- tributional pattern of all Recent species, including a biogeographical analysis. To date, studies on the biogeography of the family are marked by their anecdotal nature. Three hypotheses (Figure 4-1) for the origin have been proposed and have been discussed by Geiger & Groves (1999) in a review of fossil abalone. Model 1 (Figure 4-1A): Pacific Rim. An arc spanning from Japan to northeastern Australia has been identified by Talmadge (1963a) as a likely cradle of the family. From this nuclear distribution abalone then dispersed in a star-shaped pattern to the north- western and then the northeastern Pacific, to Australia and the Indian Ocean. The basis of this model was never made explicit.
    [Show full text]