We've had strange storms here in SA and now Winter has officially started so I'm off to visit more friends, keep an eye on my travels, maye I'll be in your hometown next! ;)
In the mean time, let me tell you a bit more about where I've been...Dolphin Discovery Centre.
During the 1960's, a local resident of Koombana Bay in Australia, began feeding dolphins from a small jetty. After she passed, a dolphin specialist was hired to continue the tradition, feeding and studying the local dolphins. From this work, came the establishment of the Interaction Zone in `990 and the Dolphgin Discovery Centre in 1994. Tourists and members of the community can interact with the group of 5 or 6 dolphins that regularly visit and learn more about dolphins in general.
"We don't clearly understand why the dolphins continue to visit the Zone today however research does suggest that the small amount of food they receive as a reward for their visit is not the only attraction. There are many dolphins that visit the Zone regularly that do not receive any fish and many of them stay for extended periods of time for interaction with the human visitors. Sick and injured dolphins also treat the beach as a haven, with some repeatedly visiting during periods of illness or injury." from their website.
Dolphin Eco Cruises and swimming with wild dolphins - you wouldn't want to do that? Well, Phil offered to take me around the Dolphin Discovery Centre in Australia where he works, to show me what he does in a day. Here are some pics:
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| Checking for dolphins. |
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| Chatting to the aquarium's resident shark. |
The centre aims to promote research, conservation and education of the Bottlenose Dolphins and other native marine life. It is home to a discovery pool, aquariums, 360 degree digital dolphinarium, scheduled guided site tour, 3D & 2D movies, cafe and souvenir shop, so there is something for everyone.
There is also the Interaction Zone where the wild dolphins often come to interact with visitors
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| It's not all dolphins! You can learn about sea life in general and what you can do to help protect the oceans and the creatures who live in them. |
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| This occie just cracked me up! |
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| The centre runs thanks to experienced staff and volunteers who are willing to give up their time. |
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| Aussie sunshine! |
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| A beautiful day to meet the dolphins. |
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| Can you believe what Phil did to me?!? |
Have a great week Sea Fans!
Chat soon
Abby
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