All you need to know about this endangered mammal
What is the population of the Indus River dolphin?
According to a survey in 2017, there are an estimated 2000 dolphins.
Where are the Indus River dolphins found?
The Indus River dolphin are endemic to the Indus River basin.
What is the Indus River dolphin's IUCN status?
Endangered
Is the Indus River dolphin functionally blind?
Yes, the Indus River dolphin is functionally blind as its eyes lack lenses.
What are the main threats to the survival of the Indus River dolphin?
The main threats to the dolphin's survivals are entanglement in fishing nets, dams and barrages, and habitat degradation.
What is the diet of the Indus River dolphin?
The Indus River dolphin eats fish and prawns.
About the Authors
Ananya Ramesh
is an artist, animator, and wildlife filmmaker creating multimedia work. She likes storytelling about the natural world through illustration and visual media.
