A national workshop on the protection of the critically endangered Lahille’s dolphin —one of the world’s most endangered dolphin species—was held for the first time in Argentina. This meeting marks a historic step forward for marine mammal conservation in the country and strengthens the joint strategy for the conservation of Tursiops gephyreus.
During the two-day workshop, numerous experts from academia, government agencies, ministries, NGOs, the fishing industry, and international partners came together. Through in-depth presentations, productive discussions, and an exceptionally collaborative working environment, it became clear just how strong the shared commitment is to protecting this endangered dolphin species.
The collective motivation and constructive atmosphere made it clear that concrete and effective steps are being taken to stabilize and support the Lahille dolphin population in the long term.
Special thanks go to the Fundación Azara, which hosted the workshop in Buenos Aires and is working tirelessly to advance key conservation measures for this species.
We would also like to thank all the experts from academia, institutions, and government agencies who contributed to this project for their expertise, passion, and forward-looking vision.
This workshop laid a crucial foundation: the development of a coordinated and scientifically sound roadmap for the coming years, based on international cooperation, solid research, and shared conservation strategies. This is a significant step for the future of Tursiops gephyreus and the protection of marine biodiversity in Argentina.