Russian military activity causes mass dolphin deaths in the Black Sea

Russian military activity, particularly sonar use, is causing mass dolphin deaths in the Black Sea. Intense naval exercises and sonar blasts disorient dolphins, leading to starvation and death. This has resulted in an unprecedented ecological collapse, with tens of thousands of dolphins perishing. The war's stress also weakens dolphins, making them susceptible to viruses. Conservationists advocate for a marine reserve to protect the remaining populations.