*[Enwl-eng] These tiny rare porpoises are drowning, tangled in illegal gillnets

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The last 10 vaquita porpoises could die off forever if the government of Mexico doesn't act fast Sign Now Vaquitas are the the smallest porpoises and the rarest marine mammals on Earth. Cousins of the dolphin, only 10 are left alive in the whole world. One of the main reasons for their impending extinction is drowning to death in a type of fishing gear called gillnets. These last 10 critically endangered animals could be saved. But the government of Mexico just made that much harder, by loosening enforcement of regulations in the Sea of Cortez that were designed to save the vaquitas' lives. The Sea of Cortez (also known as the Gulf of California) is a "zero tolerance area" where fishing is strictly banned. This has been extremely important for the preservation of this rare species. But rather than upping its game and cracking down even more seriously on criminal infractions, Mexican authorities have decided to go in the opposite direction — by refusing to commit enforcement resources unless upwards of 50 illegal fishing boats are observed in this small patch of water. For every single illegal boat allowed out in the Sea of Cortez, another rare and precious porpoise is put in danger. We cannot afford to lose a single other vaquita. Sign the petition to demand that the government of Mexico double down on conserving this vulnerable species! Thank you,   Miranda The Care2 Petitions Team P.S. There are only 10 of these animals left. Every single one must be saved. Sign the petition now.

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From: Miranda B., Care2 Action Alerts

Sent: Saturday, July 24, 2021 7:00 PM

Subject: These tiny rare porpoises are drowning, tangled in illegal gillnets

 

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