18 July, 2008 [ 16:30 ]

[Judi Lynn]

18 July, 2008 < 16:30 >

Peru's Amazon region to protect pink river dolphin and manatee



Living in Peru
Israel J. Ruiz

Government authorities in Loreto, Peru's largest and northernmost region, have announced that measures are being and will be taken to protect, care for and preserve the lives of pink dolphins and other mammals in captivity.

It was reported that anyone who had a pink Amazon River dolphin, Inia geoffrensis, or "bufeo colorado” as they are known in Peru, will have 60 days to report to the Regional Production Directorate and explain why the animal is being kept in captivity.

The new regulation will also apply to gray river dolphins and the Amazonian manatee or "vaca marina".

According to an ordinance published in the country's official gazette, not reporting to the regional directorate will result in fines and punishment for breaking the law.

More:
http://www.livinginperu.com/news/6934