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The Llyn Peninsula forms the northern perimeter of Cardigan Bay and, like other parts of this extensive inlet, enjoys a resident population of Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus). On our “Shearwater” Coastal Cruises we have almost daily encounters with these wonderful animals.
Our regular encounters over the last
few years have enabled the dolphins to become familiar with “Shearwater”.
Dashing over at high speed to join us, they often appear at the side of the
boat before we are even aware of their presence in the area. They seem to be
particularly attracted to the ‘catamaran hull’ format of “Shearwater”
with 3 and sometimes 4 of them nestling between the bows of the twin hulls,
so obviously enjoying the ride on the considerable pressure wave that is produced.
The following dolphin images were taken during the latest “Shearwater”
cruising season.
Their reproduction without our express permission is not permitted.
Click on any picture for a bigger better quality version.
A calm sea provides spectacular sightings |
Very distinctive dorsal-fin markings make it easy to identify individuals for our ongoing Photo-ID project, co-ordinated by the "Sea Watch Foundation" |
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Riding "Shearwater's" stern-wave |
Probably the first picture ever taken of this baby dolphin |
We regularly see dolphins catching Garfish, as well as Sea Bass |
The Cardigan Bay dolphins seem to be thriving and there are a number of juveniles in the groups we see. |
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Dolphin displays for us off Hell's Mouth |
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Moving in for a closer look |
Coming in for an even closer look |
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Playing with a 'Rhyzostoma' Jellyfish (or
what is left of it!) |
Family 'day-out' |
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Anything Mum can do…….. |
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Rainy-day fun with "Shearwater" |
Playing in the afternoon |
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Awaiting their turn for a bow-ride |
Enjoying the bow-ride |
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Racing "Shearwater" home |
Leaping at Hell’s Mouth |
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Contact Information
Alan and Susie Gray,
Crud yr Arwel, Mynytho, Pwllheli, Gwynedd LL53 7RS
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740899 Mobile: +44 (0) 7815-717241
Email: alan@llynmarinecharters.com
(please copy and paste this email address into your emailer to contact us)
Web Site: www.llynmarinecharters.supanet.com
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