Field Season Blog: Trip 4
Trip 4: The Calm Between the Clicks Every trip out on the water brings something different, and trip 4 was no exception. While we were fortunate to have beautiful weather, bringing about lots of opportunities for encounters, we quickly noticed a pattern in the Atlantic spotted dolphins’ behavior. Being among
Field Season Blog: Trip 3
Trip 3: The Fins in the North This year has continued to bring us unexpected curveballs this field season. Following our second trip, our research vessel Stenella needed a little T.L.C. in the yard before going back out to the Bahamas. After her week at the “boat spa”, she
Meet our Intern: Taylor Snudden
Growing up in New Jersey, Taylor always knew she wanted to work with animals and contribute to conservation efforts. Her passion for wildlife led her to a job at a conservation zoo, where she gained hands-on experience caring for animals and educating visitors about the importance of protecting them. But it
Meet our Intern: Amber Sylvester
As a biology student at Florida Atlantic University entering her fourth year, Amber has always been fascinated by the natural world. Growing up in several different places exposed her to a variety of ecosystems and sparked an early curiosity about how plants, animals, and environments interact. Her time living in
Wild Ocean Science Recap: What we can learn from the whales’ way of life
Our annual Wild Ocean Science evening felt like a reunion of people who share a deep, enduring connection to the ocean. From the moment guests arrived, there was a strong sense of energy in the room—scientists, longtime supporters, ocean advocates, and curious newcomers all gathering with a shared purpose: to
How Dolphins Are Similar to People
When people spend time watching wild dolphins, one thing becomes clear very quickly: these animals are not just swimming mammals — they are thinkers, communicators, and social beings with complex lives. Decades of research by the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP), and other researchers, have helped scientists understand just how much
A Greener Tide: How to Reduce Holiday Waste for the Sake of Our Ocean
The holiday season arrives with all the familiar sparkle—twinkling lights, gatherings with loved ones, and a flurry of gift-giving. But behind the cheer sits a growing concern: the surge of waste that accompanies this time of year. In the United States alone, household waste increases by nearly 25% between Thanksgiving
From Calf to Spotted Adult: The Life Cycle of an Atlantic Spotted Dolphin
From Calf to Spotted Adult: The Life Cycle of an Atlantic Spotted Dolphin By Wild Dolphin Project When it comes to raising a dolphin, moms do a lot of the heavy lifting—literally. Like all marine mammals, Atlantic spotted dolphins give birth to live young after a pregnancy that lasts around
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Is Anyone Listening? What Animals Are Saying to Each Other and to Us This compelling book dives deep into the ways dolphins communicate with each other—and even with humans—offering readers a unique glimpse into her pioneering work on interspecies understanding. A must-read for anyone curious about animal communication and intelligence!