More Worries About Blue Whales Dying
The rising deaths of blue whales have caught WWF-Pakistan’s attention. The group has shared its worry about these gentle ocean giants dying more often. They believe quick steps must be taken to protect and save these amazing creatures before it’s too late. Immediate efforts are essential to stop the rising whale deaths.
Monday brought sad news as a dead blue whale, around 35 feet long, was spotted in a quiet part of Gwatar Bay, located between the lands of Pakistan and Iran’s coastal side. The discovery of a dead whale has raised serious ecological alarms.
Ahmad Baloch, a local fisherman, spotted a dead whale floating in the sea while he was working near Kuntani in Balochistan. He later informed others in the area about what he had seen. This is not the first time a whale has been spotted near Kuntani.
WWF-Pakistan explained that the whale likely died several days earlier in the waters near the Pakistan-Iran border. Its body was later pushed into Gwatar Bay by strong sea waves and powerful currents. Such currents often carry the remains of marine life like the whale into coastal zones.
A blue whale, one of three baleen whales reported from Pakistani waters, was found dead in Gwater Bay, near the Pakistan-Iran border. Likely entangled in fishing nets, the 35-foot-long whale is believed to have died days earlier before drifting ashore.
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Experts are unsure about what exactly caused the whale’s death. Some believe it might have been trapped in fishing nets commonly used by fishermen in the sea close to the shore.
Blue Whales in Pakistan and Ways to Protect Them
Among the few baleen whale species found in the waters near Pakistan, the blue whale, scientifically known as Balaenoptera musculus, is included in the list. Pakistan’s marine biodiversity is enriched by the presence of the whale.
In the waters around Pakistan, the Bryde’s whale and the Arabian humpback whale are also found among the few known baleen species.
Blue whales are divided into four main types. Two of them, known as the pygmy whale and the Indian Ocean blue whale, live in the northern Indian Ocean where they are sometimes spotted by researchers.
Since the whale spotted near Kuntani was quite small, some believe it could belong to the pygmy blue whale group.
The loss of a blue whale has raised concern among conservationists. Muhammad Moazzam Khan from WWF-Pakistan said it is troubling, and noted that such events deeply sadden those who are working to protect marine life worldwide. He also stressed the need to take stronger steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
Whales are mostly found in the warm parts of the Indian Ocean. They tend to stay in areas where the water temperature is comfortable, not too hot or too cold.
Protecting this whale is very important, Khan said. He warned that the species is in danger and that quick action must be taken to ensure its future.
In the regions of Sindh and Balochistan, laws are in place to keep whales, dolphins, and other sea creatures safe from harm.
The importance of saving ocean animals grows every day. He pointed out the need for new laws across Pakistan to keep whales and similar creatures safe in the country’s ocean area. Such measures are vital to ensure these animals survive for years to come.
Blue whales are known to visit Pakistan’s waters occasionally. whales have appeared several times in Pakistan’s seas. The latest one was noticed near Gaddani, Balochistan, on April 8, 2024. These sightings remind us of the need to protect these gentle giants. blue whale are an important part of our ocean life and must be protected.
Among all sea creatures, the whale stands out for its massive size. The blue whale is the biggest animal ever to live on Earth. It can grow up to 33 meters long and can weigh around 190 tons. This makes it one of nature’s most incredible wonders. Its huge body has no match in the animal world. People everywhere are amazed by its presence in the ocean. The awe-inspiring size and rarity of the whale make it a true ocean icon.
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