Dolphin Census Begins in Chilika Following Bird Count
Berhampur: The annual dolphin census commenced in the Chilika Wildlife Division on Monday, following the mid-winter waterfowl count. This three-day exercise aims to assess the dolphin population in Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, which is home to the iconic Irrawaddy dolphin. A total of 18 groups, each comprising 5–8 members, including experts from the Wildlife…