How many Irrawaddy dolphins are left 2021?
The Mekong River Irrawaddy dolphins inhabit a 118-mile stretch of the river between Cambodia and Lao PDR and are scarce—just 92 individuals are estimated to still exist.
How big is the Irrawaddy dolphin?
420 lbsAdult
Irrawaddy dolphin/Mass
What is being done to save the Irrawaddy dolphin?
Each year, Endangered Species International (ESI) trains 1,000 fishermen on monitoring and protecting the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin in Southeast Asia to avoid deadly bycash. ESI directly promotes sustainable fishing practices and no-fishing zones (no-take zones) in areas where dolphins are still found.
How many Vaquitas are left?
10 vaquitas
Only about 10 vaquitas remain, but scientists say there’s still hope for the elusive porpoises. Their fate largely depends on the Mexican government.
How long does the Irrawaddy dolphin live?
about 30 years
Length is about 1 m (3.3 ft) at birth. Birth weight is about 10 kg (22 lb). Weaning is after two years. Lifespan is about 30 years.
What eats a Irrawaddy dolphin?
Irrawaddy dolphins’ main natural predators are assumed to be sharks13, but much more concerning are the many human-induced threats they face. As with all whales and dolphins, accidental entanglement in fishing gear, known as bycatch, is the leading source of human-induced mortality for Irrawaddy dolphins.
What animals live in the Ayeyarwady river?
These are the Green Peafowl, Black-bellied Tern, Black-headed Ibis, Oriental Darter, River Tern, Feruginous Pochard, Common Shelduck and Streak-earned Bulbul. Other notable species on the Upper Irrawaddy are pained stork and greater cormorant.
What are Irrawaddy dolphins known for?
Irrawaddy dolphins are capable of squirting streams of water that can reach up to 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in); this distinct behaviour has been known for herding fish into a general area for hunting.