The Wild Dolphin Project is a scientific research organization that studies and reports on a specific pod of free-ranging Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis). Objectives of this long-term, non-invasive field research are to gather information on the natural history of these dolphins, including behaviors, social structure, communication, and habitat; and to report what we have learned to the scientific community and the general public.

WDP seeks to contribute informed knowledge to help create awareness and preserve the natural environment through appreciation of all the biodiversity on our planet; ultimately promoting an educated and informed constituency who can vote and voice their concerns about policy and action-based decisions regarding our native world.

THE RELEASE OF CUTTER!!

The Wild Dolphin Project is proud to have been a part of a team of organizations and people who helped successfully release a spotted dolphin, Cutter, back into the wild.  After spotting and monitoring a dolphin in the wild whom seemed to be at risk, Cutter was deemed by officials as emaciated, out of habitat and in trouble.  He was successfully rescued, rehabilitated and released back into the wild with a pod of 20+ spotted dolphins!

Being a part of this three month rehab and release reminds us why it is important to do the research that we have done for almost 25 years.  We were able to help save an individual and we wish Cutter the best of luck!  Check out Dr. Herzing's blog to learn more about Cutter and his new home!   CLICK HERE

Check out the video made for Marine Mammal Conservancy.  You can learn more about Cutter and MMC at http://www.marinemammalconservancy.org/ 

WDP also has a video about Cutter!