Dolphin Population Declining in Nepali Rivers
The population of dolphins in Nepal’s rivers is steadily decreasing, particularly affecting the rare species inhabiting the Koshi, Karnali, and Narayani rivers. Dr. Sambhu Paudel, an expert on dolphins, notes a significant decline in their numbers due to human-induced disruptions in their natural habitat, adversely impacting aquatic biodiversity. Previously, dolphins were commonly sighted in the…