dolphin

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The dolphin carcass has been sent for further examination, although test results could take up to six months.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

The first suspected case of a grey seal killing a common dolphin has been recorded in Wales.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

Despite such figures, past surveys suggested that dolphin numbers in the area were stable.

From Science Daily • Oct. 22, 2025

For many nature enthusiasts, few scenes are as distressing as finding a stranded whale or dolphin lying helpless on the beach.

From Science Daily • Oct. 11, 2025

With hand and spell Ged turned his boat, and it leaped like a dolphin from the water, rolling, in that quick turn.

From "A Wizard of Earthsea" by Ursula K. Le Guin