Dolphin birth rate in Mekong River hits high
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Dolphin birth rate in Mekong River hits high

China Daily  

A Mekong River dolphin on the major waterway at Kampi village, Cambodia. HENG SINITH / AP Cambodia has expressed its confidence that continued cooperation among all relevant stakeholders will ensure the long-term survival and growth of dolphin populations in the Mekong River. The statement came after the number of newborn dolphins increased to nine within the first 11 months of this year, marking the highest birth rate recorded since 2021. Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet also welcomed the unprecedented developments of the past four years, bringing the country's total number of freshwater dolphins to 105 as of early November. "We strongly believe that the collaboration of all stakeholders, including technical institutions, will continue to ensure the long-term survival and growth of dolphin populations in the Mekong River," Muttreja added.

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