Overview
- Observers filmed a sizeable school in Gwadar’s West Bay this week, with the video widely shared by national outlets.
- WWF-Pakistan says frequent dolphin sightings indicate balanced prey availability and relatively healthy conditions.
- Bottlenose dolphins are commonly seen along Pakistan’s coast, including the Indus Delta, Churna Island, Ormara, Astola Island and the broader Gwadar area.
- Pakistan’s waters support 27 species of dolphins and whales, reflecting significant marine biodiversity.
- The conservation group urges awareness and effective coastal management to counter pressures from pollution, overfishing, ship traffic and climate-related stresses.