Dolphin Friend Program запустил The Delfa Scientific and Ecological Center, which has been rescuing these animals for over seven years, has prepared a report by scientists and biologists. regulations responsible and careful observation of wild cetaceans of the Black Sea.

"Boats often disturb dolphins and behave irresponsibly, which can cause serious harm to these beautiful creatures," the center writes. Dolphins die in collisions with ships and also experience stress, which affects their survival.

If captains, ship owners, and tour operators commit to adhering to these rules during boat excursions, they will receive a "Dolphin Friend" sticker, a recommendation on Delphi resources, and "respect and honor in dolphin circles." Most importantly, the cetaceans will feel safe and will not disappear from these areas.

When you see dolphins, you should slow down in advance, keep a parallel course and not cut them off, do not surround them, maintain personal space, and do not feed them.

The first captains and tour companies have already joined the program. Tourists can do the same, too.

Three species of cetaceans can be found in the Black Sea: the graceful bottlenose dolphin, the speedy common dolphin, and the shy Azov dolphin. All are listed in the Red Book and require special protection. Currently, "Delfa" builds in Anapa emergency hospital for dolphin rescue. Currently in Russia no one a stationary center for long-term rehabilitation of these animals.