Groups on alert for marine carcasses

Following the discovery of an Indian humpback dolphin's carcass, found washed ashore at Manori beach on Wednesday, experts believe more such sightings could be expected over the next few days as an impact of Cyclone Ockhi.

While preliminary investigations did not reveal a direct impact of the cyclone on the dolphin that was washed ashore, groups of marine respondents consisting of marine biologists, marine life enthusiasts, animal rescue organisations and officials from the Mangrove Cell claim that they are keeping a close watch on the entire coast to ensure quick response in case beaching of live marine mammals is spotted.

Pradip Patade, a marine enthusiast, said, "We will take regular walks as it is common for unknown and undocumented species to land up on the beach after such cyclones. We are also in touch with fishermen for updates and information."