
Credit: Barb CT
“Grab the net!”
“Gently guys!”
Slowly, the trapped blind dolphin was released. The vet quickly checked for any injuries. Satisfied, he nodded and the fishermen set the dolphin free.
“Good job everyone!”
“Mummy, is the dolphin alright?”
Faiza had come with her daughter Alisa for the Indus River tour.
“Yes dear, the fishermen rescued her, so I think she’ll be just fine.”
“My teacher told me about these dolphins, that they’re endangered.”
“Yes, that’s why the local fishermen have been trained to help any dolphin in trouble.”
At that moment, one of the fishermen who had helped with the rescue walked by.
“Thank you for saving the dolphin!” called out Alisa.
He smiled down at her.
“Thank you for your concern, it’s so nice to see that you care about these beautiful creatures.”
“Can I help the dolphins as well?” Alisa asked.
“Why course, when you’re a bit older, you can easily do that! Don’t forget, alright?”
Alisa didn’t, and when she was old enough, she eagerly volunteered with the WWF.
For Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers
Indus is one of the greatest rivers of the world. It originates high in the mountains of Tibet and flows through Pakistan before reaching the Arabian Sea. The blind dolphins are one of the most endangered and famous species of the Indus River. Functionally blind, they use echolocation, a form of natural sonar, to find fish, shrimp and other prey in the muddy river waters. Local legend has it that Pakistan’s Indus River dolphin was once a woman, transformed by a curse from a holy man angry that she forgot to feed him one day.
The WWF has set up a network of fishing communities to monitor any dolphin in trouble.
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& dostpakistan.pk
Good job Alisa… wonderful post😀👏. I liked how the story flowed!
Thank you so much! Really glad you liked the story! ☺
I liked it very much😀
Nice take, everyone loves dolphins, they are amazing animals 🙂
Yes they are! Thanks a lot! ☺
Great story! I love dolphins and so happy to hear the WWF is helping to save them. Loved how the little girl grew up to become part of the WWF. Thanks for the interesting information.
Yes, it’s so great to have such organizations that help all wildlife! Thank you! Glad you liked it! ☺
I enjoyed reading this, and learning about the Indus river and its dolphins
Thank you so much for reading! Glad you enjoyed the story! ☺
Loved your take on the photo prompt! A touching surprise. I needed a sweet, heart-melting tale and you delivered beautifully ❤
Aww, thank you so much for your lovely comment! So glad you liked it! 😊❤
Great story!
Thank you so much! 😊
Most welcome!
A lovely uplifting story 🙂
Thank you so much Davy! ☺
awwww. such a heartwarming story! 🙂 ❤ ❤ ❤ thank you for sharing!
Thank you! Glad you liked it! 😊❤
Cut story S and so love that it is based on a true story. Although, it’s very unfortunate parts of it are true. I’m happy the little girl remembered and was later able to volunteer.
Yes, unfortunately these dolphins are endangered but thankfully such organizations are helping out. Thanks a lot! ☺
A very positive take on this. I also enjoyed reading about the dolphins.
Thank you!
Love the background info, too. Great story.
Thank you so much! Glad you liked it! ☺
So happy the dolphin survived! A beautiful take on the prompt! Love it!
Thanks a lot! Really glad you liked it! ☺