Meet Bita, a franciscana dolphin - one of the most endangered dolphin species in the world - who was only a few days old when he was found stranded near La Coronilla, Uruguay.
Thanks to the Alliance for Franciscana Dolphin Conservation Research, Rescue and Rehabilitation (AFCR3), the non-governmental organization Karumbé, YAQU PACHA, the Nuremberg Zoo, the National Marine Mammal Foundation (NMMF), Dolphin Quest and the support of Oceanogràfic Valencia, Zoomarine Algarve and a dedicated team of experts and volunteers, Bita's story has taken a hopeful turn!
After intensive round-the-clock care, she is now safely housed at CRAM-FURG in Brazil. There, veterinarians, volunteers and international colleagues are working tirelessly to ensure her recovery. Every feeding, every hour of monitoring and every step forward in her care is a step towards a better future - not just for Bita, but for the entire species.
This is species conservation in action. Bita acts as an important ambassador for the conservation of her species. Through her, many people get to know this dolphin species for the first time. This awakens empathy - and empathy is the basis for change. Stay tuned - we will keep you up to date on Bita's progress. Keep your fingers crossed for her!
