More than 100 freshwater dolphins have died in Brazil over the past week. Experts warn that There may be more dolphins dying. If the water temperature continues to be high
The Mamiraua Institute of Brazil's Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation said two more dolphins were found dead on Monday in the area around Lake Tefe. which is important to mammals and aquatic animals in the area Along with releasing a clip of a group of vultures eating dolphin carcasses on the lake, the institute revealed that there are approximately 1,400 freshwater dolphins living in Lake Tefe, and 120 have died in one week, accounting for 5-10 percent of the dolphin population. all
Local media reported that Many fish died as well. Experts believe that Higher water temperatures are likely the cause of the death of animals in the lake. It has been above 39 degrees Celsius since last week. Chico Institute Mendes for the Brazilian government's biodiversity conservation committee said last week that A team of veterinarians and marine mammal experts has been sent to investigate the cause.
Governor of Amazonas northwest of brazil which is where Lake Tefe is located A drought emergency was declared on Friday. The mayor of the city of Tefe, which has a population of 60,000, said he was unable to get food to cut-off communities. This is because many rivers, which are the main routes for transportation, have dried up.
Source: Thai News Agency