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Capitalization of Exploratory Well Costs (Details)

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Capitalization of Exploratory Well Costs (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended 9 Months Ended 3 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Sep. 30, 2012
Etame Marin [Member]
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Jun. 30, 2012
North Tchibala [Member]
Jun. 30, 2012
East Poplar Dome [Member]
Capitalization of Exploratory Well Costs (Textual) [Abstract]        
Number of side tracks   2    
Area of sand of oil   5    
Capitalization on development plan     $ 8.1 $ 6.0
Total cost       8.9
Dry hole expense $ 2.9     $ 2.9