The Mississippi Gulf Coast a prime place to go play summer hooky Jul 2, 2008
During the 12-mile crossing of the Mississippi Sound, we breathe the salt-tanged air and look for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that often cavort in the ship's wake. "The sound has a huge dolphin population," says Capt. Louis Skrmetta of Ship Island Excursions (www. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
No rush to move dolphins from N.J. river Jul 1, 2008
June 28: Authorities in New Jersey are monitoring a group of bottlenose dolphins wandering in the narrow waterways along the New Jersey coast ... The bottlenose dolphins, including two calves, have been in the narrow Shrewsbury River for about 2 1/2 weeks, possibly after making a wrong turn chasing schools of bait fish. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Dolphins Lost In N.J. Rivers Jul 1, 2008
But they are also getting hassled by the locals, and so these bottlenose dolphins have to go. For two weeks, the dolphins have been frolicking in the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers. (Click2Houston, TX)
Dolphins Lost in Waters of New Jersey Shore Jun 29, 2008
SEA BRIGHT, N.J. Authorities in New Jersey are monitoring a group of wayward bottlenose dolphins isolated in the Shrewsbury River near the popular beach resort town of Sea Bright. A federal official said Saturday that state police and Coast Guard boats were enforcing a 50-yard buffer around the dolphins. (Fox News)
Wayward dolphins attract crowd Jun 29, 2008
June 28: Authorities in New Jersey are monitoring a group of bottlenose dolphins wandering in the narrow waterways along the New Jersey coast ... SEA BRIGHT, N.J. - Authorities in New Jersey are monitoring a group of wayward bottlenose dolphins isolated in the Shrewsbury River near the town of Sea Bright. (MSNBC -- Environment)
15 Dolphins Lost In N.J. River Jun 29, 2008
SEA BRIGHT, N.J. -- Authorities are monitoring a group of 15 bottlenose dolphins frolicking in the Shrewsbury River. l. (WNBC.com, NY)
Trapped Dolphins at Risk in N.J. Jun 28, 2008
No one is certain why the pod of bottlenose dolphins one of the most common dolphins swam up the lazy river, but it's likely they were finding food when they distractedly lost their way. "It's possible the dolphins may have been following a school of fish or food source into the river," said Felicia Nutter, a veterinarian from the Mammal Marine Center in Sausalito, Calif. (ABC News)
N.J. officials prepare to shoo dolphins from river respite Jun 27, 2008
But they are also getting hassled by the locals, and for that reason, the group of a dozen or so bottlenose dolphins has to go. Between 12 and 14 dolphins - including at least three calves - have been frolicking in the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers for the past two weeks, the likely result of a wrong turn inland following schools of bait fish. (Boston Globe)
New Jersey Officials Hope Dolphin Family Leaves Town Jun 27, 2008
The bottlenose dolphins have been wowing spectators along both sides of the river and drawing growing crowds of boats, some of which are getting too close for comfort. With thousands of boats expected in the area for the July 4th weekend, authorities want to try to get the dolphins out of the narrow waterway and back out into the ocean. (Fox News)
N.J.: Frolicking river dolphins must go Jun 27, 2008
Authorities fear July 4th boat traffic could harm 12-14 bottlenose dolphins ... But they are also getting hassled by the locals, and for that reason, the group of a dozen or so bottlenose dolphins has to go. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Jersey Shore Dolphins Swim Into Hot Water Jun 27, 2008
But they are also getting hassled by the locals, and for that reason, the group of a dozen or so bottlenose dolphins has to go. Between 12 to 14 dolphins - including at least three calves - have been frolicking in the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers for the past two weeks, the likely result of a wrong turn inland following schools of fish. (CBS News -- US)
Killer whales, blind bats, discriminating dolphins, mating birds Jun 26, 2008
James Finneran () of the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program will report on recent data for temporary threshold shifts (TTS) -- an increase in threshold for species such as bottlenose dolphins and belugas that persists after a noise has ended [Paper 1pAB7. TTS depends on the exposure frequency of the noise, as well as sound pressure, duration, and temporal pattern, according to studies comparing hearing thresholds before and after subjects are exposed to intense sounds. (EurekAlert!)
Florida day cruises Jun 20, 2008
Brad starts to tell more about the history of the area, but quickly loses his audience when bottlenose dolphins start playing in the wake of the boat. Everyone makes a beeline for the railing to get a view of the dolphins jumping in graceful, synchronized arcs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Marine Biologists Investigate Aliens Beneath The Waves Jun 20, 2008
working with a number of other partners, rescued the last four of the eight trained bottlenose dolphins that were swept out. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Corpus Christi covers the waterfront -- beautifully Jun 18, 2008
Dolphin Bay, a 250,000-gallon exhibit for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, presents aquatic gymnasts in a delightful show. The Living Shores exhibit showcases creatures and plants in estuaries and bays. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Florida's secret beaches Jun 12, 2008
Visitors regularly spot bottlenose dolphins and manatees in the park's waters. Meanwhile, the jetty attracts wild life of a different sort when fans of surfing descend for the annual wave-riding contests held here. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Eco-Touring in Honduras Jun 3, 2008
The human waste, garbage, and sediment from the torn-up jungle also wash into the sea and onto nearby coral reefs, which are inside the supposed eight-mile protected area and which are home to hawksbills, bottlenose dolphins, and myriad fish. The sediment reduces the amount of sunlight that reaches the coral, killing it, which, in turn, slowly kills the fish that live there. (Slate)
Researhers: Red tide killed dolphins, manatees May 28, 2008
Each of the nine bottlenose dolphins that died during a red tide outbreak in or near Volusia County last fall had traces of a deadly algal toxin in their bodies. So did nine manatees, researchers announced Tuesday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Marineland partners with Georgia Aquarium May 12, 2008
The Georgia Aquarium will break ground this summer on a $110 million dolphin exhibit, which will be inhabited by bottlenose dolphins from Marineland's Dolphin Conservation Center, the organizations said. The Atlanta-based aquarium's exhibit is scheduled to open in winter 2010. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Georgia Aquarium to build dolphin exhibit May 8, 2008
3 million gallon exhibit that will be home to bottlenose dolphins ... The first bottlenose dolphins to live in the aquarium's new building will come from Marineland's Dolphin Conservation Center. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Marineland, Georgia aquarium form partnership May 7, 2008
Marineland, which now has 11 dolphins, will give up to four bottlenose dolphins as part of a "breeding loan." Marineland's Hurley said the exact number is undetermined because other organizations may also give to The Georgia Aquarium ... The Dolphin Conservation Center in Marineland plans to provide up to four bottlenose dolphins on a breeding loan to The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Dolphins for aquarium May 7, 2008
" They're also protected by federal law. The Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 statute forbids their capture from national waters without a permit. Worldwide, some species of dolphin are in trouble. The Red List, an international inventory of how well some creatures are faring, considers the Ganges River dolphin endangered, for example. The list does not address bottlenose dolphins' status in the wild. Bottlenose dolphins should not be put on display, nor should people be allowed to swim with... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
* Gueishan opens for whale-watching Apr 21, 2008
Most of the 17 species X including bottlenose dolphins and false killer whales X appear in waters near the Gueishan Island between April and September, the officials said. They said tourists are welcome to land on Gueishan Island during the spring to enjoy its rich flora in the islands southernmost section, where wild flowers, cultivated flowers and other natural botanical species are now flourishing around a small lake there. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Gathering enough salt to be given the helm Apr 20, 2008
Bottlenose dolphins darted through the water in front of our boat, playing off the bow waves. We also spotted a green sea turtle floating on the water's surface, snowy egrets and great blue herons along the shore, and only two other boats. (Boston Globe)
Finding kid-friendly Las Vegas Apr 19, 2008
Meet Atlantic bottlenose dolphins at The Dolphin Habitat and white lions and other exotic creatures at Siegfried & Roy's Secret Garden at. Gain a new perspective on lions at The Lion Habitat at the and sharks at , where you travel through a replica of an ancient temple surrounded by sharks. (CNN -- Travel)
Video: Aquatica Makes a Splash Apr 5, 2008
Sister park Discovery Cove creates lifelong memories through exclusive, up-close animal interactions with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, rays, tropical fish and exotic birds. The incredible, all-inclusive experience at Discovery Cove includes all food and beverages, snorkel equipment, dolphin-safe sunscreen and use of lockers for the day. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Greens fear 'weak' Marine Bill Apr 3, 2008
The best example currently is in the Moray Firth, home to a population of bottlenose dolphins that conservationists fear are at risk from exploration activities planned in the area. Recently the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (Berr) issued its annual invitation for companies to bid for oil and gas exploration permits. (BBC News -- UK)
Photo Finish Apr 3, 2008
JAMM AQUINO / Hoku the dolphin leapt into the air Sunday during a celebration of his 17th birthday at the Kahala Hotel t. Hoku -- one of six Atlantic bottlenose dolphins that live at the resort -- was born in the lagoons there. JAMM AQUINO / Resort guests took pictures of Hoku. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Rocks, weeds, wet branches - how can a dolphin buy love? Mar 26, 2008
" Professor Martin's group established that rock carrying and branch thrashing were almost exclusively the preserve of adult males, and that they did it more when lots of adult females were present. Although the males were more aggressive towards each other at these times, they were never seen to hit each other with the rocks or plants. Sound theory Three years ago, scientists found bottlenose dolphins in Australian waters carrying pieces of sponge, either to help with foraging or to defend... (BBC News -- Science)
Deep trouble Mar 15, 2008
Under the tutelage of scientists, small groups of curious travelers spend their days wielding clipboards and snorkels to learn about coral reef and mangrove ecology and such local denizens as bottlenose dolphins and crocodiles. Evenings, they retreat to weathered wooden cabanas where entertainment consists of counting stars, scratching no-see-'em bites and listening to the lulling roar of waves breaking on the reef just a few yards from the beach. (USA Today)
What's killing dolphins along the Texas Coast? Mar 8, 2008
They also spotted four dead bottlenose dolphins. KHOU - TV. (KHOU.com, TX)
Officials worried as 21 dolphins found dead Mar 5, 2008
The deaths of at least 68 bottlenose dolphins in March last year led the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration to declare an "unusual mortality event." NOAA never discovered the cause of that unusually large dolphin die-off on the northern Texas Gulf Coast. While officials aren't yet calling this year's dolphin deaths unusual, there are similarities with the recent deaths and last year's. (KSLA.com, LA)
20 Dead Dolphins Found on Texas Coast Mar 5, 2008
The bottlenose dolphins found on beaches in Galveston and Jefferson counties yesterday were all badly decomposed as well. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Offcials consider aerial search for dolphins Mar 5, 2008
Texas has a healthy population of bottlenose dolphins, and it s common to have deaths in calving season during February and March, Mase said. But finding 20 dolphins on the beach in one day, or 70 in one season, is unusual, she said. (KHOU.com, TX)
20 dead dolphins found on Texas Coast in 1 day Mar 4, 2008
GALVESTON Twenty bottlenose dolphins were found dead on beaches in Galveston and Jefferson counties on Monday, rekindling a mystery officials said may never be solved ... Texas has a healthy population of bottlenose dolphins, and it s common to have deaths in calving season during February and March, Mase said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Busch plans 4 theme parks in Dubai Feb 29, 2008
The Discovery Cove in Dubai will be similar to the one in Orlando, a reservations-only park that allows visitors to interact closely with wildlife for example, swimming with bottlenose dolphins, rays and exotic fish. Busch Gardens is a theme park featuring rides, attractions and entertainment. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
From earthworms to the 'Bunny' Feb 25, 2008
And she got her wish by placing first in the Senior Technology category with a project called "Predicting Appendage Surface Areas in Live Bottlenose Dolphins.". Clayton Dailey was also a big winner of the day. (The Daily Reflector)
Crab Fest serves up best of Mandurah Feb 24, 2008
Mandurah is also one of very few destinations in Australia where playful wild Bottlenose dolphins can be seen daily in close proximity to residential and public areas. The freshwater Peel-Harvey Estuary system the city is settled around comprises the elongated Harvey Estuary and the circular Peel Inlet. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Don't miss - best picks Feb 24, 2008
- A cruise on the estuary and around the canals to see Bottlenose dolphins jump and play in their natural environment. - Scooping for crabs in Mandjar Bay or in the Peel-Harvey Estuary - Tasting the delicious crab culinary creations at one of the many restaurants or cafes. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Jean-Michel Cousteau's DOLPHINS AND WHALES 3D: Tribes of the Ocean Narrated by Daryl Hannah To Make a Big Splash at the Cinemark IMAX Theatre in Dallas on February 29 Feb 21, 2008
It marks the first time that humpback whales, belugas, orcas, bottlenose dolphins and manatees have been filmed in 3D for the world's biggest screens. Three years in the making, the film required no fewer than 12 international expeditions and 600 hours spent underwater at some of the remotest locations on Earth, including off the Pacific Ocean atolls of Moorea and Rurutu (French Polynesia), Vava'u Island (Kingdom of Tonga) and Pico Island (Azores). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Dolphins and Whales 3D' gets you close enough to feel the barnacles Feb 15, 2008
Director Jean-Jacques Mantello and cinematographer Gavin McKinney have gone to extraordinary lengths to bring viewers inside the lives of humpback whales, belugas, orcas, bottlenose dolphins, and other at-risk cetaceans. Shooting with high-definition cameras designed to be more mobile and less disruptive than standard Imax 3D equipment, they spent three years and $6 million gathering underwater footage from far-flung locations. (Boston Globe)
Dolphins Spotted In The Nanesmond River Feb 14, 2008
The Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response team was hoping to find bottlenose dolphins in the Nanesmond River. But instead, found common dolphins. (WTKR.com, VA)
Dolphins at riskWhy Bangladesh's dolphins are declining in number Jan 29, 2008
While other species such as Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins and Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins are not currently threatened, their future can by no means be taken for granted. But it's the Ganges river dolphin and the Irrawaddy dolphin which give the most cause for concern. (BBC News -- Science)
Researcher tunes in to dolphin 'sine' language Dec 22, 2007
By listening in on bottlenose dolphins under water, marine scientist Liz Hawkins found the creatures had specific whistles for certain activities. When socialising the dolphins tended to make whistles that were flat or rising in tone, but during their travels "sine" whistles that rise and fall were more frequently heard. (The Age)
More mammals washing ashore Dec 21, 2007
73 bottlenose dolphins ... But most of this year's stranded marine mammals -- 73 -- were bottlenose dolphins ... Recent studies have shown bottlenose dolphins can die several weeks after exposure to red tide. (Florida Today)
Chatting With Flipper Dec 20, 2007
A researcher who spent three years listening to bottlenose dolphins living off the coast of Byron Bay has found certain whistles are linked to specific behavior. Doctoral candidate Liz Hawkins from Southern Cross University's Whale Research Center in Lismore, New South Wales, listened in to more than 50 different pods of dolphins. (Fox News)
Dolphins woo females with bunches of weeds Dec 8, 2007
Bottlenose dolphins have been known to use tools ... Bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay, western Australia, break off pieces of marine sponge which they carry on their snouts to protect themselves as they probe the ocean floor. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Dolphins 'impress with weeds' Dec 7, 2007
Other research has suggested bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay, Western Australia, have learnt to break off a piece of marine sponge to carry over their snouts to protect them. "I'm now convinced this behaviour is social learning and from that point of view, you can call it a culture," said one of the researchers in this project, Michael Krutzen of the University of Zurich. (InTheNews.co.uk)
Romeo dolphins find weeds and a stick do the trick Dec 6, 2007
Their research into bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay, Western Australia, has identified 12 different foraging specialisations. One of these is sponging , in which a dolphin breaks off a piece of marine sponge to protect its belly as it looks for food on the ocean floor. (Times Online)
Black Sea To Take Years To Recover From Oil Spill Nov 30, 2007
The Black Sea is home to common and bottlenose dolphins. Although it is practically impossible to completely eliminate the damage caused by the large oil spill, said Igor Chestin, CEO of WWF-Russia, we believe that to avoid such disasters in the future drastic changes need to be made in the oil transportation system; oil pollution laws need to be enacted. (Science Daily)
Tourists encounter frightened dolphins: Scientist Nov 29, 2007
Based on Putu Liza's observations, the dolphins around Lovina belong to the spinner dolphin family (Stenella longirostris) or are bottlenose dolphins (Trusiops). Nearly every day these dolphins can been spotted from Lovina beach. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Red tide irritates residents Nov 22, 2007
"Only low levels of red tide have turned up at several sampling sites in Brevard this week, while tests in Volusia County found levels high enough to close shellfish beds and kill fish.In Brevard, state agriculture officials focus their testing within Indian River Lagoon, primarily to guard against shellfish contamination. Because red tides are less common along the Space Coast and because of a lack of manpower, state officials do not test as routinely for the organism on Brevard's beaches.The... (Florida Today)
My 3 moms: 3 dolphins nursing calf Nov 21, 2007
While it is known that female bottlenose dolphins can spontaneously produce milk if a calf is present, the practice is not well documented and aquarium staff are carefully watching the process. The unnamed calf was born to a dolphin named Jade, who is being helped in her nursing duties by the mother-daughter team of Chesapeake and Shiloh, the aquarium said in a statement issued to announce the birth. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Live with Dan Abrams Nov 10, 2007
8: Winners & Losers: A California surfer saved from sharks by bottlenose dolphins is the big winner of the day. Dan Abrams listens to Todd Endris description of the harrowing event. (MSNBC -- International)
Keynotes for Nov. 1 Nov 1, 2007
In October, Jane, a retired Marlborough school teacher, joined an Earthwatch expedition studying bottlenose dolphins and sea otters in Monterey, Calif. Members of the expedition project, Marine Mammals of Monterey, identified and tracked dolphins and sea otters. (Hudson Sun, MA)
JOHN M. CRISP: Captive marine mammals lead short, miserable lives Oct 30, 2007
Here's some admittedly anecdotal evidence: NOAA maintains a marine-mammal inventory that includes all of the killer whales and bottlenose dolphins held in captivity around the world ... And the story is about the same for bottlenose dolphins, as well. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Infotainment Oct 29, 2007
The five-star Palm Atlantis Hotel bought the wild bottlenose dolphins. HalloweenKAWASAKI: This combination picture shows participants of a Halloween parade dressed in different costumes. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Solomon Islands dolphins exported to Dubai as protests mount Oct 19, 2007
A shipment of 28 live bottlenose dolphins flew from Solomon Islands to an aquatic park in the United Arab Emirates, despite protests from environmental groups and two South Pacific governments ... Solomon Islands banned the live dolphin export trade in 2003 following an outcry over a consignment of 28 bottlenose dolphins to an aquatic park in Mexico. (International Herald Tribune)
Export dolphins? Carcasses fuel controversy Oct 18, 2007
The carcasses of two bottlenose dolphins lie near a holding pen in the Solomon Islands on Tuesday ... HONIARA, Solomon Islands - The carcasses of three bottlenose dolphins including a calf were found dumped near a holding pen in the Solomon Islands where controversial exports of the mammals were planned ... Solomon Island Marine Mammal Education Center and Exporters Ltd. is preparing to airlift 28 live bottlenose dolphins to an aquatic park in the United Arab Emirates city of Dubai. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Protest as Dubai imports 28 live dolphins Oct 17, 2007
The Solomon Islands banned the export of live dolphins after the outcry over a consignment of 28 bottlenose dolphins sent to an aquatic park in Mexico in 2003 ... In August, the fisheries minister, Nollen Leni, said it would encourage the capture and sale of up to 100 bottlenose dolphins a year for "the lucrative trade". (Guardian Unlimited)
Solomons dolphin export set to go ahead Oct 16, 2007
That ban was imposed after 28 bottlenose dolphins were flown from the Solomons to Mexico in 2004, sparking international outrage, including protests from the Australian and New Zealand governments. Makili, who works with the San Francisco-based Earth Islands Institute, said alerts would be sent to tuna buyers across the world to boycott Solomons tuna if the dolphin shipment went ahead. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Virginia Beach Oct 10, 2007
Riders also might catch a glimpse of one of the area's 650 bottlenose dolphins. From a bit higher in the sky you can't help but hear the occasional, sudden roar of fighter jets on practice runs from Oceana Naval Air Station, home to nearly 10,000 Navy personnel. (Newsday -- Health)
Beasts of Sin City Sep 28, 2007
Meanwhile, back on the Strip, the at the Mirage is less expansive than Shark Reef but does have a short educational tour to explain the stories behind the six Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. This summer, theres a new addition, a calf born in June that Vegas schoolchildren named Sgt. Pepper, a moniker likely chosen because the same hotel also hosts the Beatles-scored Cirque du Soleil show, Love. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Basking sharks Sep 19, 2007
Other spotting flights have recorded sunfish, bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises and grey seals. Peter Richardson, species policy officer for the Marine Conservation Society, says the surveys suggest there could be several hundred basking sharks off Cornwall, and that the results would help scientists draw up a protection plan. (Guardian Unlimited)
Kayaking Doubtful Sound Sep 16, 2007
The guide tells us bottlenose dolphins are often seen and come really close leaping and playing around the kayaks before tiring of the game and swimming off. However to see the Fiordland Crested penguins September is the best time to visit. (Suite101.com)
