Beached dolphin safely returned to ocean Posted on 29 January 2019 Over the past weekend a dolphin beached onto a rocky outcrop on the Lower Point beach in Jeffrey’s Bay. Two young fishermen and nearby beach-goers attempted to save the animal by returning it to the water, but were unsuccessful. The NSRI was alerted to assist. The dolphin had sustained minor scrapes and cuts to its fins from the rocks. The dolphin is examined. The Marine Animal Stranding Network and a vet were called to the scene, they assessed the dolphin’s condition and declared that the animal was healthy despite the injuries. Members of the public and the NSRI placed the dolphin onto the back of a bakkie and transported it from Lower Point to Dolphin Beach, roughly an 8 minute drive. From there the dolphin was loaded onto the NSRI sea rescue craft and released 1.5km away from the beach. Helpers assist to load the mammal onto a bakkie. For a few minutes after being released the dolphin circled the sea rescue craft before swimming off. The NSRI has commended all those involved in rescuing and safely returning this marine mammal to the ocean. The dolphin is released back into the water. Pictures: NSRI Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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