Tuesday May 27, 2025
The Phnom Penh Post —
A Mekong dolphin calf was spotted in Kratie province on Sunday May 25.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the newborn was about 2 days old. It was seen swimming in Anlong Kampi, Chroy Banteay village, Chrouy Bantea commune, in Prek Prosop district. A research team from the Fisheries Administration (FiA) and WWF-Cambodia saw the new arrival swimming with a pod of four adults.
The new arrival means the Kingdom has welcomed seven new dolphins this year, 5 in Kratie province and two in Stung Treng province, bringing the total population to 111.
To ensure the survival of the species, Mekong dolphins, the FiA and WWF-Cambodia are working closely with local authorities, communities and partners to strengthen enforcement of fisheries laws and enforce a ban on the use of fishing nets in dolphin habitats. They provide employment options for Mekong River communities and conduct educational outreach programmes, as well as monitoring the dolphin population.