Four rare Pantropical Spotted Dolphins found dead in Mississippi; cause under investigation.

Four rare Pantropical Spotted Dolphins were found dead on Petit Bois Island, Mississippi, an unusual site for this species. The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS) and Mississippi State University's College of Veterinary Medicine are conducting necropsies to determine the cause of death. The public is urged to report any stranded marine mammals by calling the IMMS Stranding Hotline at 888-SOS-DOLPHIN.

November 26, 2024
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