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In what has captured the hearts of many on social media, a Good Samaritan was seen on film saving a baby sperm whale from a plastic bag.<\/p>\n
The footage, taken on May 2, showed a diver, swimming up to the gentle giant and removing the potentially deadly bag from its mouth.<\/p>\n
It was posted on the Instagram page of diver Nigel Seraphin who appealed for the protection of the world’s oceans, and wildlife.<\/p>\n
“That\u2019s how easy we destroy our oceans and our wildlife,” he wrote. “We need to pay more attention to where we dispose of our trash. It should also be noted that Sperm whale babies have a very high mortality rate. Let\u2019s do our best to protect our oceans and its wildlife.”<\/p>\n
According to the United Nations Environmental Program, plastic in the oceans is a global problem. It says every day, the equivalent of 2,000 garbage trucks full of plastic are dumped into the world’s oceans, rivers, and lakes. Every year 19-23 million tonnes of plastic waste leaks into aquatic ecosystems, polluting lakes, rivers, and seas.<\/p>\n
“Plastic pollution can alter habitats and natural processes, reducing ecosystems\u2019 ability to adapt to climate change, directly affecting millions of people\u2019s livelihoods, food production capabilities, and social well-being,” the organization said on its website.<\/p>\n
Last year the Government of Dominica announced that it will create the world’s first marine protected area for the endangered sperm whale. The nearly 300 square kilometers of sea on the island’s west coast serve as key nursing and feeding grounds for the sea creatures.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe want to ensure these majestic and highly intelligent animals are safe from harm and continue keeping our waters and our climate healthy,\u201d\u00a0 the prime minister of Dominica, Roosevelt Skerrit, said in a statement.<\/p>\n
See video below.<\/p>\n
Video Nigel Seraphin\/Instagram<\/p>\n