🐬 Australia: "Forever Chemicals" Threaten Burrunan Dolphins
Research by ecologist Chantelle Ford has revealed high levels of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and DDT contamination in Burrunan dolphins in the coastal waters of Victoria. Despite these substances being banned decades ago, they continue to accumulate in dolphin bodies, causing serious health problems and threatening the survival of the species. Environmentalists are calling for urgent measures to eliminate sources of pollution and develop a plan to save Burrunan dolphins.
🐋 France: Temporary Fishing Ban in the Bay of Biscay
From January 22 to February 22, 2025, France imposed a temporary fishing ban in the Bay of Biscay for vessels longer than 8 meters. This measure aims to prevent the accidental capture of dolphins, the number of which annually dying in this region reaches 9,000 individuals. The ban was introduced following appeals from environmental organizations and a decision by the French State Council. Authorities have also allocated 20 million euros to compensate fishermen for losses.
🛢️ Russia: Environmental Disaster in the Black Sea
After the wreck of the Volgoneft-239 tanker in the Kerch Strait in December 2024, approximately 2,400 tons of petroleum products spilled into the Black Sea. This led to the death of about 60 dolphins and posed a threat to other marine inhabitants. The Delfa Scientific and Environmental Center for Dolphin Rescue plans to establish a hospital for affected animals in Anapa or Novorossiysk. Environmentalists are calling for immediate pumping of fuel oil from the tanker to prevent further pollution.
🌊 USA: Dolphins Return to New York Waters
In February 2025, two dolphins were spotted in the East River in New York, which became a rare but encouraging sign of improved water quality in the area. Experts believe this indicates the positive impact of environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act. However, threats such as plastic pollution remain relevant.
Research by ecologist Chantelle Ford has revealed high levels of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and DDT contamination in Burrunan dolphins in the coastal waters of Victoria. Despite these substances being banned decades ago, they continue to accumulate in dolphin bodies, causing serious health problems and threatening the survival of the species. Environmentalists are calling for urgent measures to eliminate sources of pollution and develop a plan to save Burrunan dolphins.
🐋 France: Temporary Fishing Ban in the Bay of Biscay
From January 22 to February 22, 2025, France imposed a temporary fishing ban in the Bay of Biscay for vessels longer than 8 meters. This measure aims to prevent the accidental capture of dolphins, the number of which annually dying in this region reaches 9,000 individuals. The ban was introduced following appeals from environmental organizations and a decision by the French State Council. Authorities have also allocated 20 million euros to compensate fishermen for losses.
🛢️ Russia: Environmental Disaster in the Black Sea
After the wreck of the Volgoneft-239 tanker in the Kerch Strait in December 2024, approximately 2,400 tons of petroleum products spilled into the Black Sea. This led to the death of about 60 dolphins and posed a threat to other marine inhabitants. The Delfa Scientific and Environmental Center for Dolphin Rescue plans to establish a hospital for affected animals in Anapa or Novorossiysk. Environmentalists are calling for immediate pumping of fuel oil from the tanker to prevent further pollution.
🌊 USA: Dolphins Return to New York Waters
In February 2025, two dolphins were spotted in the East River in New York, which became a rare but encouraging sign of improved water quality in the area. Experts believe this indicates the positive impact of environmental regulations such as the Clean Water Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act. However, threats such as plastic pollution remain relevant.