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.
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.
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.
