Unfortunately, the information was true. These Dolphins were actually killed in In two local communities precisely. Order than this ,no other information to ascertain if dolphins actually habits in Nigerian waters.
The communities includes - Brass Local Government in Bayelsa State
and Ibeno Local Government in Akwa Ibom State.
These are water areas in the country with lots of aquatic animals. So it isn't surprising these dolphins found themselves there. Probably they were washed up there by waves or migrated.
However, it is pitiful to discovered that this smart, playful mammal would be hunted until it was caught and butchered by some fisher men. But when I looked at the scenario critically, I came to a conclusion that I can't fault these fishermen and their act. Due to the fact that they were ignorant about this creature, the benefits it can bring to their communities.
And for the fact that, there are no rules or regulations that says they can't fish in these waters nor are there rules that says... some specific aquatic aren't meant to be hunted. They have these rules and regulations in some developed countries that bans human from hunting in some bushes and waters. If caught, you are done for.
If only Nigerian law enforcement bodies can incorporate some laws that favours NATURE and WILDLIFE , it will go a long way in NATURE and WILDLIFE conservation and preservation. And I thought it is also high time Nigerians starts appreciating NATURE which is GOD'S GIFT to human.
It has also been discovered that Nigeria is amongst the nation that kills small cetaceans not only for food but also for bait, and is now among the most dangerous places on earth for these creature.
Here are some positive comments I found online in respect to the dolphins that were killed.
"These are creatures you hardly find in Nigeria,yet these ones killed it. Imagine if we had an artificial beaches or pools with these dolphins,wouldn't it be nice?"
"A pity we are not so friendly with some creatures in Nigeria reason why we will always be backward. No respect for humans not to talk of aquatic. So those fishermen do not think of the revenue such a friendly animal will bring. Not sure there should be a reason to slit its throat. Oh, that's their greatest catch in a lifetime I see."
"I never knew we had dolphins in the country...mehn! This is so sad! Look hoe they butchered than wonderful creature into pieces. A creature that can be use for wildlife conservation...smh!!!"
"This shows the amount of ignorance and poverty in the land. Animal that are renowned all over the world for their intelligence and friendliness towards human."
FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DOLPHINS.
- Nearly 40 species of dolphins swim the waters of the world.
- Known for their playful behaviour,highly intelligent. They are as smart as apes and evolution of their brains is surprisingly similar to humans.
- Dolphins are carnivorous. Fish, squid and crustaceans are included in their list of prey.
- Dolphins are part of the family of whales. Killer whales are actually dolphins...beware of that one!!
- Dolphins are very social,living in groups that hunt and even play together.
- Depending on the species,gestation takes nine to 17months. Surprisingly maternal. They have been observed nestling and cuddling their young.
- Dolphins have acute eyesight both in and out of water. But have no sense of smell.
- Dolphins have few natural enemies. Humans are their main threat...so sad!!
- Because dolphins are mammals, they need to come to the surface of the water to breathe.
- Just like humans,dolphins seem to prefer the company of certain peers more than others...interesting right??
- Dolphins respond to its own name. Not that dolphins swim around with name tags, but every dolphin has whistles to call out to one another.
Finally, dolphins have been know to rescue humans, so why will same human want to hunt and kill such beautiful, intelligent and amazing creature???
BE INFORMED!!!
