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- Odisha recorded its highest marine dolphin population in five years, with 765 dolphins counted in the 2026 census.
- A total of 765 dolphins were recorded across marine and estuarine areas of the state.
- Chilika Lake recorded 159 Irrawaddy dolphins, which is the largest single-area concentration.
- Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary recorded 474 humpback dolphins, the highest in the state.

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