News Forum - Dugong deaths rise, experts warn of drastic decline in Andaman Sea

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Eight dugongs have died and washed ashore this month, according to the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR). Marine ecosystem expert Thon Thamrongnawasawat has warned that in five to eight years, only a few dozen dugongs might remain in the Andaman Sea. The DMCR reported that between October 1 and October 24, four male … …

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1 hour ago, Thaiger said:

Thon, a marine ecosystem expert from Kasetsart University, posted on his Facebook page yesterday, highlighting the significant threat that global warming poses to dugongs.

“Some 70 dugongs have died in just 22 months, surpassing the previous average of 20.25 per year,” Thon stated.

 

Global warming, the current go to excuse to avoid unpleasant conclusions and to secure funding. Fishing operations are most likely killing these animals, not minor changes in the weather. If the weather is killing them, it’s natural selection doing it’s thing.