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06.09.10 - Dolphin Quest - Alliance Members Ready To Respond To Oil Spill Crisis Threat To Wildlife - Marine Mammals, Sea Turtles and Other Marine Life at Risk
In preparation for emergency animal rescue response calls, members of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums are working with federal and state agencies to provide animal care expertise, stranded animal rescue experience and resources in a coordinated and comprehensive plan to save dolphins, manatees and sea turtles affected by the Gulf Coast oil spill. READ MORE
02.04.10 - Dolphin Quest - Lessons From Dolphins In The News
Dolphin Quest's Bill Wolden presented Lessons From Dolphins in the Ft. Myers, Florida yesterday and his presentation was featured on the local ABC station click here to read the article and view the video.
10.13.09 – Dolphin Quest - One Fish, Two Fish, 116 Tons of Fish
As part of Dolphin Quest’s preventative health care program, the dolphins receive a balanced diet consisting of a variety of fish. In one year, Dolphin Quest’s dolphins eat a total of 89,000 pounds of herring, 102,000 pounds of capelin, 24,000 pounds of mackerel, 1,200 pounds of saury and 15,800 pounds of squid. For a total of 116 tons of restaurant-quality fish. READ MORE
Bermuda
07.28.10 – Three Dolphin Babies Now Have Names!
Name The Baby Contest Had Over 500 Entries! Dolphin Quest Bermuda would like to thank the public for helping to name the three dolphin babies. READ MORE
07.08.10 – Two Unique Ways To Meet A Dolphin In Bermuda
Ever thought how cool it would be to spend quality time hanging out with a dolphin? Dolphin Quest Bermuda has a variety of programs for you to do just that - meet a dolphin. Not sure what program to choose, here are two helpful hints. READ MORE
04.15.10 – Third Dolphin Born At Dolphin Quest Bermuda
Dolphin Quest Bermuda is excited to announce a dolphin birth to first-time dolphin mom Ely on April 13th! READ MORE
04.02.10 – Two Dolphins Born Same Day At Dolphin Quest Bermuda
Dolphin Quest Bermuda is proud to announce the birth of two dolphins on the same day to dolphin moms Caliban and Bailey! READ MORE
Hawaii’s Big Island
07.08.10 - Dolphin Quest Hawaii: An Engaging Experience
Dolphin Quest loves to create once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Whether it is a surprise encounter, gift or an evening celebration on our Dolphin Quest Lagoon Lanai, we are here to help make dreams come true. Just ask Gary and Diane. READ MORE
06.09.10 - Trainer For The Day – An Amazing Way to Experience Dolphin Quest Hawaii
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a dolphin trainer? Trainer for the Day gives you a backstage look at working with these beautiful animals, but be warned…it isn’t always glitz and glamour. READ MORE
Oahu
07.08.10 - The Perfect Program For Two
Dolphin Duo creates an exclusive experience for two people. A customized program, the trainer tailors the unscripted encounter to guests’ interests. This provides variety for the animals and a truly one-of-a-kind experience for guests as every Dolphin Duo is different. READ MORE
06.09.10 - Sea Turtle Update - The Brave And Protected Ones Promote Sea Turtle Awareness
Dolphin Quest Oahu’s two new green sea turtles have grown dramatically. In the six months since their arrival, they have almost doubled in size. READ MORE
02.11.10 - Learn How Dolphins Can Think In Sentences
Dolphin Quest Oahu trainers are teaching their animals to think in “sentences.” Rather than doing a single behavior, the dolphins will perform a sequence of behaviors in the specific order requested. For example, rather than simply waving his tail, a dolphin will wave his tail, then jump and finish with a raspberry vocalization. To add to the fun, the dolphins are also learning to only do the series of behaviors when given a go signal. Otherwise, they wait and keep their attention on their trainers. READ MORE
