{"id":3245,"date":"2023-03-18T07:21:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-18T06:21:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aboutriver.com\/?p=3245"},"modified":"2023-03-18T07:21:13","modified_gmt":"2023-03-18T06:21:13","slug":"why-is-the-ganges-river-dolphin-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aboutriver.com\/why-is-the-ganges-river-dolphin-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is the ganges river dolphin important?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Ganges river dolphin is an important species for a number of reasons. Firstly, they are an indicator species for the health of the Ganges river. Secondly, they are a keystone species in the river ecosystem, meaning that their presence is critical for the health of the entire ecosystem. Finally, they are a flagship species for conservation in the region, and their protection can help to ensure the long-term health of the Ganges river.<\/p>\n

There are a few reasons why the Ganges river dolphin is important. One reason is that it is an indicator species, meaning that the health of the dolphin population can tell us about the health of the overall river ecosystem. The Ganges river dolphin is also important for the tourism industry – they are a big part of what makes the river such a special and unique place. And finally, the dolphins play a role in the local mythology and culture, and are considered to be sacred creatures by many people who live along the river.<\/p>\n

Why the river dolphin became our national symbol? <\/h2>\n

The Ganges River Dolphin was declared the National Aquatic Animal of India in 2009 in order to save it from extinction. The Ganges Dolphin is seen as the reflector of the health of the Ganga River and the declaration was made in the National Ganga River Basin Authority’s (NGRBA) first meeting.<\/p>\n

The dolphin is the state aquatic animal of Punjab and WWF-India is working towards its conservation. River Beas is the only habitat of Indus River Dolphin in India. Like other freshwater dolphins, the Indus river dolphin is an important indicator of the health of a river.<\/p>\n

Why are dolphins important to the world <\/h3>\n