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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

"What can I do to help dolphins, whales and porpoises?" If you do have that mindset and attitude, we cordially  welcome you to join our league.

Being well informed is the first step. By visiting this exhibition you are learning more about cetaceans. When decisions are that might endanger cetaceans you have a responsibility to speak out for these animals. Tell others about what you know and ask them to join you in protecting cetaceans. These animals are part of the rich wildlife heritage of Bangladesh.

If you find a live dolphin or whale stranded, get it back to the water as fast as possible.
Call for help and do not panic. Keep your personal safety in mind.
Keep the animal cool and wet.
Keep the blowhole above water. Do not touch, cover or splash water on the blowhole.
Keep scavengers away.
If the animal is alive, carefully move it with a stretcher made from a lunghi. Never lift the animal by its fins or flukes. Keep away from the animal's mouth. Call the Dolphin Hotline to inform us about your rescue action.
If the animal is dead, call the Dolphin Hotline and follow further instructions.
Never attempt to catch a shushuk or keep it in a pond. It will not survive for long.
Cetaceans are protected by law. It is illegal to catch this endanger animal or to sell or buy the whole animal or any parts of it.