A bottlenose dolphin was rescued by the Sea World team after it became stranded in shallow water along the Brunswick River in New South Wales’ Far North Coast. The dolphin was found stuck on a riverbank and required careful coaxing back into the water before it could be safely relocated.
Claire Madden from the Sea World Foundation reported that the dolphin had indeed stranded itself, being “high and dry on a bank.” To assist in its rescue, Wayne Phillips, also from the foundation, explained that a human chain was formed to gently guide the distressed animal towards deeper water.
After being secured, the dolphin underwent a thorough examination. Madden noted encouraging signs, including the presence of fish in its stomach, which indicated that it had been feeding well. The dolphin’s body condition appeared healthy, and there were no signs of ocular disease.
Following the assessment, the dolphin was transported via van while being closely monitored. Finally, it was carried approximately 600 metres along a trail to a designated release location on the Brunswick River. This coordinated effort highlights the dedication of the Sea World team to the wellbeing of marine life in the region.