Photonews Logo Photonews logo
  • Home
  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
    • Sindh
    • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
    • Azad Jammu Kashmir
    • Balochistan
    • Gilgit – Baltistan
  • World
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
    Gen V Season 2 trailer
    Videos

    Gen V Season 2 Trailer Cast, Plot, Premiere Details

    July 26, 2025 3 Min Read
    IShowSpeed Daniel La Belle race
    Videos

    IShowSpeed Beats Daniel La Belle in 40-Meter Race, Hits 41M Subscribers

    June 24, 2025 2 Min Read
    Cardi B new single Outside
    Videos

    Cardi B’s ‘Outside’ Single Sparks Buzz Over Offset and Stefon Diggs

    June 20, 2025 2 Min Read
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Offbeat
  • Blog
  • Contact
Reading: Rare Whale Shark Spotted Near Karachi’s Charna Island
PhotoNews Pakistan PhotoNews Pakistan
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Home
  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
    • Sindh
    • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
    • Balochistan
    • Azad Jammu Kashmir
    • Gilgit – Baltistan
  • World
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Offbeat
  • Blog
  • Contact
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2022 Photonews. All Rights Reserved.
Rare Whale Shark Karachi's Charna Island
PhotoNews Pakistan > Sindh > Rare Whale Shark Spotted Near Karachi’s Charna Island
Sindh

Rare Whale Shark Spotted Near Karachi’s Charna Island

Web Desk
By Web Desk Published August 19, 2024 2 Min Read
Share
the Pakistan Boat Rally and Fishing Association (PBRFA) Spotted a Rare Whale Shark Spotted Near Karachi's Charna Island. Photo Credits: Video Screenshots via PBRFA
SHARE

The Pakistan Boat Rally and Fishing Association (PBRFA) reported a rare sighting of a whale shark near Charna Island in Karachi.

Members of the PBRFA captured the event by recording videos of the gentle giant using an underwater camera and having the unique opportunity to swim alongside it for approximately 20 minutes.

Charna Island, with water depths ranging from 20 to 60 feet, is known for its rich marine biodiversity. According to the PBRFA, whale sharks and other whale species are drawn to this area, particularly in the winter or following the monsoon season. This influx is due to the mineral-rich waters fed by the Hub River, which carries nutrients from the mountains into the sea, creating an ideal feeding ground for these marine giants.

Ahmed Mamoor Amimi, President of the PBRFA, described the whale shark sighting as a “gift to all Pakistanis” and congratulated Manan Sheikh, an association member, for successfully capturing the majestic presence of this species in Pakistan’s waters.

The PBRFA noted that the whale shark population globally is endangered, with an estimated 150,000 individuals remaining. Locally known as Andhi Mangar in Sindhi and Baraan in Balochi, the whale shark is a significant part of Pakistan’s coastal ecosystem.

Historically, this species was hunted until 1970, but efforts have shifted towards conservation, with local fishermen now playing a crucial role in protecting these gentle marine creatures. The north side of Charna Island is particularly noteworthy as a birthing area for whale sharks, highlighting the ecological importance of this region.

TAGGED:Featured
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn Email Copy Link Print
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Advertisement

HBL Saving Made Easy
HBL Saving Made Easy

Recent Posts

Cristiano Ronaldo Al-Nassr Record Breaking

Cristiano Ronaldo Scores 100th Goal for Al-Nassr, Fourth Club Milestone

Kursk Nuclear Plant Attack

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Hit Kursk Nuclear Plant, Ust-Luga Terminal

Serena Williams weight loss

Serena Williams Faces Criticism for Weight-Loss Drug Endorsement

Post Archives

More Popular from Photonews

Jasveen Sangha, Matthew Perry
Entertainment

Jasveen Sangha Pleads Guilty in Matthew Perry Death Case

2 Min Read
Shershah Khan arrest
Punjab

Shershah Khan, Aleema Khan’s Second Son, Arrested in Lahore

2 Min Read
Pakistan China Afghanistan
Pakistan

Pakistan, China, Afghanistan Strengthen Counterterrorism and Trade Ties

3 Min Read
Business

Pakistan Forex Reserves Rise to $19.6B, Gold Prices Climb

On August 21, 2025, Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves saw a modest increase, reaching $19.571 billion, with…

August 22, 2025
Entertainment

Lil Nas X Arrested in Studio City for Battery, Hospitalized for Overdose

Grammy-winning rapper Lil Nas X, born Montero Lamar Hill, was arrested in Los Angeles’ Studio City…

August 22, 2025
Pakistan

Pakistan Senate Passes Anti-Terrorism Bill 2025 Amid Opposition

On August 19, 2025, the Senate of Pakistan passed the Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill, 2025, by a…

August 19, 2025
World

Russia’s New Law Fines Internet Users for Extremist Content Searches

On August 21, 2025, Russia announced a new law effective September 2025 that will impose fines…

August 21, 2025
PhotoNews Pakistan

Always Stay Up to Date

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

Categories

  • World
  • Pakistan
  • Punjab
  • Sindh
  • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
  • Balochistan
  • Azad Jammu Kashmir

 

  • Top News
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Videos
  • Tech
  • Offbeat
  • Blog

© 2024 Phototnews
All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?