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4 days, 12 hours ago

Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India

GUWAHATI A team of wildlife conservationists tagged the almost-blind Ganges river dolphin for the first time. Vishnupriya Kolipakam, WII’s project investigator said the tagging was a significant advancement in understanding the ecological needs of river dolphins, which will help conserve critical habitats within these vast river ecosystems. Wildlife experts said ensuring the well-being of the Ganges river dolphin is crucial …

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5 days, 14 hours ago

Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

New Indian Express

In a first, India has tagged a healthy male Ganges river dolphin in Assam, which will help chalk out a long-term conservation plan for the endangered species. The tagging was made possible by advancements in technology – the lightweight tags emit signals compatible with Argos satellite systems even with limited surfacing time. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Community role vital in dolphin conservation: Experts

Hindustan Times

A thorough examination of the canal is essential to understand the reasons behind sporadic incidents of dolphins, Uttar Pradesh’s state aquatic animal, getting trapped due to low water levels. A view of the canal A team from the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, under the Namami Gange Program, visited the Indira Barrage in Lucknow for dolphin observations and shared insights …

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1 week, 4 days ago

AI tool will be able to trace dolphins by their regional accent

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Sea mammal expert Dr Julie Oswald, of the University of St Andrews’ Scottish Oceans Institute, …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

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 …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

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 …

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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Lonely dolphin in Baltic Sea may be talking to itself, study finds

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A solitary bottlenose dolphin in the Baltic Sea has grown so …

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1 month ago

Return to Paradise review: Just right for a drizzly British winter evening

The Independent

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Despite that deep well of emotional damage and ethically questionable behaviour, …

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1 month ago

Historically bad year for dolphin strandings on Cape Cod has scientists looking for answers

Associated Press

An unprecedentedly bad year for beached dolphins on Cape Cod might have to do with warming waters changing the availability of the animals’ food, said scientists hoping to curb the strandings. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print An already bad year got worse earlier this month when the organization was inundated with calls …

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1 month, 1 week ago

BBC drops first trailer for Return to Paradise and finally confirms release date for Death in Paradise spin-off series

Daily Mail

The trailer for Return to Paradise, an Australian spin-off of the popular BBC crime drama Death in Paradise, has landed as the BBC finally give fans a release date. The highly anticipated offshoot follows DI Mackenzie Clarke, an Australian ex-pat who made a name for herself in London's Met Police for solving uncrackable murder cases, played by the show's first …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

BBC releases THREE gripping new dramas this month ripe for binge-watching - here's everything we know so far

Daily Mail

BBC viewers are in for a treat as the broadcaster has released not one but THREE gripping new dramas for this month to binge watch. BBC viewers are in for a treat as the broadcaster has released not one but THREE gripping new dramas for this month to binge watch - among them Moonflower Murders Moonflower Murders is a sequel …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Villagers of Assam and Meghalaya Unite Against Illegal Sand Mining

The Hindu

Villagers of Assam and Meghalaya come together against illegal sand mining. Members of several organizations on either side of the boundary gathered at Nokmakundi in Meghalaya’s North Garo Hills on Saturday (November 2, 2024) for a rally to express resentment over the unabated illegal sand mining in the rivers along the border between the two States.

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Best small electric cars 2024: Top 10 affordable EVs to buy

The Independent

If you’re looking for a small electric car then you’ve come to the right place. The best small electric cars 2024 Best for range – Volvo EX30: From £32,850, Volvocars.com – Volvo EX30: From £32,850, Volvocars.com Best for value – Dacia Spring: From £14,995, Dacia.co.uk – Dacia Spring: From £14,995, Dacia.co.uk Best for style – Mini Cooper SE: From £30,000, …

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2 months ago

Microplastic pollution is everywhere, even in the exhaled breath of dolphins

Raw Story

Bottlenose dolphins in Sarasota Bay in Florida and Barataria Bay in Louisiana are exhaling microplastic fibers, according to our new research published in the journal PLOS One. As top predators with decades-long life spans, bottlenose dolphins help scientists understand the impacts of pollutants on marine ecosystems – and the related health risks for people living near coasts. How we do …

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2 months ago

BYD Dolphin review: Compact electric hatchback at an attractive price

The Independent

The BYD Dolphin is an entry-level EV hatchback that features an interior that is spacious, practical and nicely designed. We’d avoid the entry-level Active trim as it feels rather underpowered by modern standards; upgrading to the quicker Boost trim is £1,000 well spent, although mediocre charge speeds mean a 10-80 percent fill will take at least 38 minutes. BYD Dolphin: …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Gangetic Dolphin Population Shows Steady Growth

Hindustan Times

Gangetic dolphin population in the upper Gangetic basin shows a steady rise, with a 27% increase in four years. The population has grown from 41 in 2020 to 52, with 47 adults and 5 calves. Forest officials and WWF-India teams conducted a joint survey between September 8 and 12, 2023, and the population was found to be increasing. The rise …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

China's BYD recalls 97,000 top-selling EVs owing to major manufacturing fault

Hindustan Times

BYD has informed the Chinese regulator it is recalling nearly 97,000 electric vehicles for a manufacturing fault involving a steering control unit that could lead to fire risks, the market regulator said on Sunday. Chinese automaker BYD is recalling 97,000 electric vehicles for a potential fire risk linked to a steering control unit. The Chinese automaker is recalling Dolphin and …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dolphin bites spark warning on Japanese beaches

The Hindu

Authorities in central Japan are urging beachgoers to steer clear of dolphins after a sharp increase in biting incidents, with one expert saying the culprit may be a single overly playful individual. Most of the bites were minor -- some were little more than scratches -- but in one recent incident, an elementary school child wound up requiring 20 to …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Lonely’ and sexually frustrated dolphin blamed for spate of attacks on beachgoers

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A lonely dolphin is believed …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Guangxi offers sanctuary for white dolphins

China Daily

Editor's note: As protection of the planet's flora, fauna and resources becomes increasingly important, China Daily is publishing a series of stories to illustrate the country's commitment to safeguarding the natural world. In the past two decades, the population of Chinese white dolphins in Qinzhou's Sanniang Bay in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region has increased from fewer than 100 to …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Guangxi offers sanctuary for white dolphins

China Daily

Editor's note: As protection of the planet's flora, fauna and resources becomes increasingly important, China Daily is publishing a series of stories to illustrate the country's commitment to safeguarding the natural world. In the past two decades, the population of Chinese white dolphins in Qinzhou's Sanniang Bay in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region has increased from fewer than 100 to …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Dolphin mass stranding on Cape Cod found to be the largest in US history

Associated Press

Rescuers who helped free more than a hundred dolphins from the Cape Cod shoreline say they’ve confirmed that the mass stranding that began June 28 was the largest involving dolphins in U.S. history. There were two prior events on record in Hawaii and the Florida Keys where dolphin species were observed circling in shallow water, but the Cape Cod event …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

China’s BYD inaugurates first plant in Thailand as it expands reach into Southeast Asia

Associated Press

BANGKOK — Chinese automaker BYD inaugurated its first electric vehicle plant in Thailand on Thursday, part of the company’s push into Southeast Asia while it also tackles wealthier markets in the U.S. and Europe. One in every three EVs sold in Thailand is made by BYD, though most cars on the roads now are still gas or diesel powered. It …

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6 months ago

Rare ‘pink’ dolphin spotted in US waters real or fake? Viral photos spark AI theories

Hindustan Times

Several pictures of a rare pink dolphin spotted in the United States have been gaining significant traction on social media, leaving the internet in disbelief. The pictures of the rare dolphin were shared on the X handle @1800factsmatter, which claimed that the “rare pink dolphin was spotted off the coast of North Carolina”. Take a look at the stunning pictures …

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Ganges river dolphin tagged for the first time in India

Indian scientists successfully tag Ganges river dolphin for first time in Assam

Community role vital in dolphin conservation: Experts

AI tool will be able to trace dolphins by their regional accent

Dolphin birth rate in Mekong River hits high

Dolphin birth rate in Mekong River hits high

Lonely dolphin in Baltic Sea may be talking to itself, study finds

Return to Paradise review: Just right for a drizzly British winter evening

Historically bad year for dolphin strandings on Cape Cod has scientists looking for answers

BBC drops first trailer for Return to Paradise and finally confirms release date for Death in Paradise spin-off series

BBC releases THREE gripping new dramas this month ripe for binge-watching - here's everything we know so far

Villagers of Assam and Meghalaya Unite Against Illegal Sand Mining

Best small electric cars 2024: Top 10 affordable EVs to buy

Microplastic pollution is everywhere, even in the exhaled breath of dolphins

BYD Dolphin review: Compact electric hatchback at an attractive price

Gangetic Dolphin Population Shows Steady Growth

China's BYD recalls 97,000 top-selling EVs owing to major manufacturing fault

Dolphin bites spark warning on Japanese beaches

‘Lonely’ and sexually frustrated dolphin blamed for spate of attacks on beachgoers

Guangxi offers sanctuary for white dolphins

Guangxi offers sanctuary for white dolphins

Dolphin mass stranding on Cape Cod found to be the largest in US history

China’s BYD inaugurates first plant in Thailand as it expands reach into Southeast Asia

Rare ‘pink’ dolphin spotted in US waters real or fake? Viral photos spark AI theories