Successful Manatee Rescue
October 6, 2019
DPMMR Responders received a call from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (MyFWC) that assistance was requested in the rescue of a manatee who had been severely wounded by a boat strike in Tavernier Creek. In a multi-agency response, including DPMMR, Dolphin Research Center, Miami Seaquarium, Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, the manatee was successfully removed from the water and transported to Miami Seaquarium, where it will be evaluated and treated. This serves as a strong reminder to always obey boating regulations and be mindful of Manatee Zones and No Wake Zones!!
The word is getting out! Check out coverage of this successful rescue online at these publications:
Two dolphins were stranded in shallow water, People raced to help.
July 2019
Vacationers and local residents worked together to free two dolphins they said were stranded in shallow water of the Florida Keys.
The dolphins, discovered July 26 just off the Fiesta Key RV Resort and Marina at mile marker 70 in Layton, were on their sides and struggling to gasp even a single breath, witnesses said.
Even after they were righted and moved into deeper water, they couldn’t stay upright without help.
Stranded Dolphins Recovering at Seaworld
July 31st, 2019
LONG KEY — Two Atlantic bottlenose dolphins were rescued by the Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder team Friday, July 26, after stranding and struggling in shallow water off the Fiesta Key Campground and Marina at mile marker 70.
The rescue group was notified of the stranding by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the National Marine Fisheries Service. FWC remained on the scene while team evaluated the two adult dolphins.
Wish Holds the ‘Keys’ to Boy’s Happiness
July 2019
It was a picture-perfect wish in paradise for Alexander Landskroener. He ventured to the Florida Keys with his family, having his dream come true with Kids Wish Network, a children’s charity that grants wishes for kids with life-threatening illnesses. One of the highlights for Alex was his dolphin encounter at Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder in Key Largo.
Curious About Dolphins? These Kids Are!
April 24, 2019
DPMMR’s vet Dr. Jillian was recently interviewed by Jacob and Olivia of the Curious Kid Podcast.
The episode of the popular children’s podcast is aimed at educating children about dolphins and their natural habitat and behaviors. The kids ask Dr. Jillian questions that many kids have such as “Are dolphins fish?” and “Are dolphins and porpoises the same?” Find out the answers to these questions and so much more in this fun and educational interview. This podcast is sure to entertain listeners of all ages!