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INDUS RIVER DOLPHIN (Platanista gangetica minor)

The Indus River dolphin is a small freshwater dolphin found in the rivers of southern Asia. It has broad flippers, a flattened neck and an elongated beak with rows of sharp teeth. The front teeth protrude to form a cage for fish and other prey. The Indus River dolphin is extremely rare and faces numerous threats throughout its range, including pollution, poaching, collisions with boats, being caught in fishing nets and habitat loss.

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IUCN Status: Endangered
USFWS Status: Endangered
Major Threats: Pollution, poaching, collision with boats, fishing nets and habitat loss
Habitat: Rivers
Location: Southern Asia
Diet: Shrimp and small fish

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