As marine mammal strandings increase in the Philippines, scientists and veterinarians are turning dolphin deaths into opportunities for critical research and conservation efforts. At a recent workshop held at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, experts emphasized that while the death of a stranded dolphin is “disheartening,” it provides valuable data to understand cetacean diseases and the impact of human activities on marine life.

Loreto, R. (2024, July 8). Even in death, dolphins still boost human understanding. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A3.