A pod of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins was spotted near Jeju Island, South Korea, which included Orae, a dolphin missing an appendage. Approximately 130 bottlenose dolphins inhabit the waters, many showing scars from discarded fishing equipment. Jeongjoon Lee, known as Dolphin Man, aids these dolphins by cutting away entangled fishing lines. A coalition of environmentalists seeks legal recognition for the dolphins, hoping to provide them with rights that will enhance their protection against increasing threats from human activities.
A pod of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, including one named Orae, struggles with increasing dangers from fishing gear and boats around Jeju, South Korea.
Environmental advocates aim to recognize the bottlenose dolphins as legal entities, seeking additional rights to ensure their protection amidst ongoing threats.
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