Rare Irrawaddy Dolphins Found In Indonesian Waters
Some of the best minds in the world stay in the seas.
Back in 2012, and also for the very first time, Irrawaddy dolphins were detected in West Kalimantan, a part of Indonesian Borneo which is well known for its rich wild animals as well as thick tropical forests.
Also known as orcaella brevirostris, the unusual dolphins were found during a research study in by WWF-Indonesia and the Regional Office for Marine, Coastal & Resources Administration Pontianak (BPSPL).
“The existence of Irrawaddy dolphins in West Kalimantan waters was formerly unidentified, so we are excited with the outcomes of this preliminary study and also wish this will help disclose details on the population and circulation of this unique species.”.
Albertus Tjiu, WWF-Indonesia’s Preservation Biologist, as well as among the research’s leading researchers.
A group of Humpback dolphins was additionally come across by the team, which highly evidences exactly how abundant the biodiversity of the Kalimantan waters are.
“The results of this research indicate the value of safeguarding the dolphins’ habitat, from the beginnings of the rivers in the Heart of Borneo.”.
Albertus Tjiu.
“To the lower rivers of the island, including rivers of Batu Ampar mangroves and also nypah woodlands, the narrow straits and the seaside areas of Kubu Raya, West Kalimantan.”.
Worldwide, there are around 6,000 Irrawaddy dolphins, with the majority in the coastal waters of Bangladesh.
The continuing to be population is scattered throughout Southeast Asia and can be discovered in Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines as well as the northeastern coastline of Australia.
Irrawaddy dolphins are classified as prone by the IUCN, yet in some locations– including the Mekong River, the Ayeyawardi River, and the Mahakam River in East Kalimantan– the species is noted as seriously threatened.
