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Latest News
110 whale sharks safely released by Pakistani fishers since 2012
Since the start of WWF-Pakistan’s observer programme in 2012, a total of 110 whale sharks have been safely released by trained fishermen. This conservation win for the species was mainly achieved thanks to capacity building, especially training in safe handling and release practices, and an awareness campaign among the local fishers.
See WWF-Pakistan Press Release
A promising future for the gentle giants of Mafia, Tanzania
Every year, 30 August marks the international Whale Shark Day. In Tanzania this day brought some good news with the increase of whale shark numbers from 100 individuals in 2012 to 206 in December 2019.
See WWF-Tanzania Press Release
19 new whale sharks identified in Donsol throughout 2020
WWF-Philippines has identified 19 new individual whale sharks in the waters of Ticao-Burias Pass Protected Seascape (TBPPS) since the start of 2020.
See WWF-Philippines Press Release
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