The World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF) has strongly condemned the killing of the endangered Indus River dolphin.
In a post on X, the organization stated, “Another day, another tragic incident of a brutal killing of the endangered Indus River dolphin.”
WWF Pakistan expressed its strong condemnation of the incident and urged law enforcement agencies to take strict punitive action against the perpetrators.
WWF has been actively involved in protecting and conserving the Indus River dolphin through direct actions such as rescuing stranded dolphins and combating wildlife crime.
Additionally, the organization employs a community-based conservation approach to raise awareness about the ecological importance of dolphins. This includes introducing sustainable fishing practices through training and workshops to maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems.
Improved management practices in the agricultural sector have also been introduced to local communities, helping to reduce water pollution and protect the species.
WWF has also been working with fishing communities, providing them with alternative skills to diversify their livelihood options, thereby reducing pressure on natural resources.
