Eagle’s Nest- Our Latest Camera & Audio
Introducing our newest DIY project: the Eagle Nest! This season, we were thrilled to start using a new camera model—Eagle—which has all of the essential components of our last camera: a GoPro video camera and our TASCAM audio recording device. Eagle is extra special though because it has a 360-degree
The Evolution of Dolphin Research: Embracing New Technology
Dolphin research has come a long way from the days of underwater film cameras and limited shot counts. Today, technology plays a pivotal role in enhancing our understanding of these animals, from advanced sound processing to high-definition video and innovative underwater communication systems. From the Sky Drones are revolutionizing marine
Cindy Elliser Makes a Splash: Back Aboard the Stenella!
Trip 7 Memories From Cindy It was great being back on Stenella again this year! Once again it was like stepping back in time and the old routines (but new equipment) fell right into place. This trip we spent the whole time on Little Bahama Bank, so it really was
Around the World: Unique Dolphin Species
Exploring the Unique Dolphin Species Around the World Dolphins are among the most intelligent and charismatic creatures in the ocean, captivating us with their playful behavior and complex social structures. While the common bottlenose dolphin is most familiar, spotted near shorelines and found in aquariums worldwide, the world’s oceans
Trip 7 Explorations on LBB
We’ve just returned from our last trip of the 2024 season, and though it’s always a bit bittersweet to wrap up the summer, we couldn’t have asked for a better final adventure. This trip was packed with exciting encounters and amazing team work, making it truly one for the books!
New Faces and Mother Nature
From Sun and Storms to New Friends: Reflections on Our 6th Field Research Adventure in the Bahamas With the completion of our sixth trip, the reality of the 2024 field season’s end has hit us all at the Wild Dolphin Project. Mother Nature made sure that we closed the season
Adventures with Carl Safina: Unforgettable Encounters of Trip 5
On The Hunt in LBB Hello! We’ve just wrapped up our fifth trip of the summer, and it’s hard to believe that the field season is nearing its end. Trip 5 was truly special as we had renowned ecologist and author, Carl Safina, aboard the Stenella. Carl, who was also
Meet the team: Denise “Sam” Sammartano
Our new executive assistant, Denise “Sam” Sammartano, hails from Miami, Florida. She has a lifelong passion for exploring and the ocean, and is endlessly captivated by the mysteries still surrounding marine life. (If you are calling or emailing the office about trip information, internships, media requests, this is who
Dolphin Detective Work and Aerials
Crossing Into Adventure Hey everyone! I know it has been a while since you’ve heard from us here at the Wild Dolphin Project, but we are back from trip 4 with lots of stories to tell you. So, grab some popcorn and tea or coffee and settle in for the
Modern Welding: A Blast From Stenella’s Past
A Guest Blog from Steve Fort at Modern Welding Stenella: Built in the 1970’s…She is a Timeless Vessel of Quality and Craftsmanship which now serves in the Wild Dolphin Project’s Research Hi, I’m Stephen Fort. I am a retired employee with 50 years of service at Modern Welding Company, headquartered