The La Plata dolphin —Franciscana—Toninha (Pontoporia blainvillei) is one of the most endangered dolphin species in the world. Twenty-five years ago, YAQU PACHA began researching this dolphin species in collaboration with Prof. Eduardo Secchi and has since developed various conservation measures to preserve the Franciscana – Toninha population across its entire range, from Brazil through Uruguay to Argentina.
Dr. Lorenzo von Fersen met with Prof. Eduardo Secchi from the Federal University of Rio Grande (FURG) to discuss future strategies for the conservation of the species.