The Plight of the Vaquita - The Rarest Marine Mammal on Earth
The National Marine Mammal Foundation and Dolphin Quest present a new virtual Scientific Snapshot series highlighting the groundbreaking conservation efforts taking place through Operation GRACE: Global Rescue of At-Risk Cetaceans and Ecosystems.
Hosted by Dr. Forrest Gomez, Director of Conservation Medicine and Operation GRACE, and featuring Dr. Lorenzo Rojas-Bracho, NMMF Senior Advisor for Vaquita Conservation, this month’s episode will take a deep dive into the plight of the vaquita porpoise – the rarest marine mammal on the planet.
Dr. Rojas-Bracho shares the story of vaquitas, the challenges they face, and the vital conservation actions that are bringing hope for this critically endangered species. From his first-hand experiences, as Mexico’s leading vaquita scientist, he will take us with him on a conservation journey exploring lessons learned, emerging sustainable solutions, and how we can all play a role in safeguarding these sentinels of the sea.
Join us monthly on our journey around the world to meet the incredible changemakers who are working hand-in-hand with local communities to protect dolphins, porpoises, and whales, and the ecosystems they rely on.
