A dolphin rescued in Matlacha, Florida, is still moving actively through Matlacha Pass, showing an encouraging sign that the animal is successfully readjusting to its natural habitat.
Here’s what to know
The Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District, as WINK News reported, said the animal has stayed active in the pass since returning to the water.
The fire district credited its own crew, nearby residents, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Marine Mammal Rescue team with helping return the dolphin to the water. That coordinated response brought together both public agencies and local residents.
The fire district shared a map showing where the dolphin has traveled since returning to the water.
What’s being done?
As WINK News reported, FWC, researchers from the Brookfield Zoo-Sarasota dolphin program, and NOAA’s Prescott grant program have been using satellite monitoring.
The fire district’s map gave the public a look at the dolphin’s path through Matlacha Pass…