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07-JUL-2014 Dick Keely

Dusty the Dolphin

Inis Oirr, Aran Islands, Co. Galway

Dusty (a Bottle-nosed Dolphin) for a number of years frequented Doolin Harbour in Co. Clare where she got a bad rap because of perceived aggressive behaviour. She is allegedl/reported to have attacked a woman.
Recently, Dusty moved a few miles over to Inis Oirr in the Aran Islands where she has also got a bad reputation for perceived bad behaviour.
However, this is a wild animal and it is also reported that some people have been mistreating her.
There is also a story that she may be pregnant, which might explain some recent behaviour changes.
The best advice is not to get into the water with this dolphin but to admire her from a safe distance.
For much more detail Google: dusty dolphin doolin attack


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Douglas Stucky24-Jul-2014 09:08
Wow...amazing shot! Vote
Christin Tröger08-Jul-2014 09:03
Wonderful !!!
Martin Lamoon08-Jul-2014 07:44
Brilliant capture.
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woody3408-Jul-2014 06:08
Fantastic image of movement and detail.Dolphins are lovely with their graceful movement in the water and you portray this so well here..V
Frank Brault08-Jul-2014 00:25
A fabulous wildlife action shot. Just wonderful! V
Peter Stubley07-Jul-2014 23:18
Nice shot. Dolphins are one of my favorite animals, so I was surprised about her aggressive behaviour. According tohttp://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-23554395, it is not clear that she is being aggressive. This is how dolphins play with each other, so she might not be intending any harm. Having been totally surround by hammerhead sharks, I have some experience with going into their world. It is their world, and they are wild animals: we are guests there.
fotabug07-Jul-2014 23:05
Fantastic image! Maybe he is just getting back at humans for messing up the oceans. :)
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