Gephyreus Project NewsLetter

Just under a year ago researchers and conservation organisations launched the Gephyreus Project, a platform designed to advance the conservation of Lahille’s bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus gephyreus). This vulnerable subspecies is endemic to the coastal waters of Brazil, and faces multiple threats including byatch in artisanal fishing gears and habitat degradation from coastal development.  The project has just published its third Newsletter, highlighting recent milestones and collaborative efforts across Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina.  It can be downloaded here.

This issue brings updates on:

• The National Workshop for the Conservation of Lahille’s bottlenose dolphin held in Argentina, advancing the implementation of the Conservation and Management Plan.

• Scientific contributions presented at the SOMEMMA–SOLAMAC Congress, strengthening regional collaboration and visibility of the network.

• The reclassification of Lahille’s bottlenose dolphin as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, supported by long-term data generated by the project.

• Outreach and public engagement initiatives.