The death of dolphins in the Gippsland Lakes is being investigated
The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) is working with partner agencies to determine the cause of the recent deaths of several of the Gippsland Lakes Burrunan dolphins (Tursiops australis) which are listed as Endangered under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988.
DELWP Principal Officer Wildlife Emergencies, Rodney Vile said: “We don’t yet know why this is happening but we’re looking at water conditions and, where feasible will collect data and samples from dolphins.
“We know that a number of dolphins have been showing compromised health or have died over the past few months and we’re keen to work together to find out why and what can be done,” Mr Vile said.
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