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🍀🌸🌿Después de la lluvia./After the rain./Eső után.

02/03/2025

🟠 | Rare Sighting: Southern Right Whale Dolphin Photographed in the Strait of Gibraltar

In an extraordinary event, marine biologists have recently documented a rare sighting of the elusive southern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis peronii) in the Strait of Gibraltar. This species, distinguished by its sleek, finless body, is typically native to the cooler waters of the Southern Hemisphere, making this observation particularly remarkable.

The Strait of Gibraltar is renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, regularly hosting species such as common dolphins, striped dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and pilot whales. Occasionally, orcas and s***m whales are also observed in these waters. However, the presence of the southern right whale dolphin in this region is unprecedented and has sparked significant interest within the marine research community.

Dr. Elena Martínez, a marine biologist from the University of Seville, expressed her astonishment: "Observing a southern right whale dolphin in the Strait of Gibraltar is an extraordinary event. This sighting could indicate unusual migratory patterns or changes in oceanographic conditions that warrant further investigation."

The sighting was made by a team conducting a routine cetacean survey. They documented the dolphin using high-resolution photography, allowing for detailed analysis and confirmation of the species.

Marine conservation organizations are emphasizing the importance of this discovery. They advocate for increased monitoring and research to understand the factors contributing to such atypical sightings and to assess potential impacts on the local marine ecosystem.

As researchers delve deeper into this phenomenon, the public is reminded of the dynamic nature of marine environments and the continuous need for their conservation.

For more updates on marine life and other news, visit www.costaspainnews.es

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