Twelve Dolphins Rescued from Beach Stranding | Cork News

Twelve common dolphins stranded on a West Kerry beach—five calves and four adults already gone—left eight adults with a slim chance at survival. Volunteers, including Irish Whale and Dolphin Group’s Stephen Comerford, raced to help, using stretchers and calm teamwork to get them back into the water. A local marine biologist had already rescued three calves and one adult before the main crew arrived. Experts say these dolphins are increasingly venturing into shallow waters due to climate change and food scarcity, unlike bottlenose dolphins who’re naturally shore-dwelling. The rescue was physically and emotionally taxing—but vital. If you encounter a stranding, stay calm, keep animals wet and upright, keep dogs away, and never pull by tails or fins. Call 09728118 immediately—the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group is always ready to respond. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fa62d942638e0386