Dead dolphin remains on Paphos beach 10 days after discovery

A dead dolphin washed up on a beach near Paphos airport on the morning of April 5. The animal was discovered by amateur fishermen who reported the incident to the police, the fisheries department, and local authorities. Despite initial assurances that officials would visit the site the following morning, the carcass remained on the shore for 10 days. The body has significantly deteriorated due to exposure to the elements during this period. Critics and local residents have expressed concern over the delayed response, noting that authorities usually remove such carcasses promptly. This incident is particularly sensitive as it marks the second dead dolphin discovered in the Paphos district within a two-week timeframe. No official cleanup action has been reported as of the end of the 10-day period.