Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphins Spotted In Qatari Water

Doha, Qatar: A team from the Wildlife Development Department at the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has spotted a group of Indian Ocean humpback dolphins in Qatar's northern waters, including newborn calves, a positive indicator of the health of the marine ecosystem.

This discovery is significant given that these dolphins are classified as endangered species. The Department of Wildlife Development has emphasised the importance of protecting marine habitats and reducing pollution and overfishing to ensure the continued presence of these species in the Qatari environment.

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Indian Ocean humpback dolphins are social delphinids that live in groups averaging twelve individuals, although group size can be highly variable.

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