This morning was our first dolphin observation session after which we had our first breakfast at AKR. Then we learned about identifying the RIMS dolphins – trying to ID the dolphins for the first time in the video was a challenge. We had our …
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Transition Day!
This morning was CSU’s last early AM data collection session. Blammy met Buzz and Sandy just before Kathleen entered the water for data collection this AM! Otherwise, it was …
TGIF – Last Full Day for CSU Rams Abroad
Our morning dawned brightly with very socially active dolphins! We had lots of activity level 4’s this morning during space use data collection! Kathleen had very little empty footage from the morning session and Stan, Tank, Rocky, and Ronnie were up …
Fish of the Day is Soup
Today was a dolphin-full day! It began with data collection and socially active subgroups zipping across the lagoon – sometimes at the surface and often underwater. Stan, Tank, Ronnie, and Rocky were …
Fiesta Night! CSU remains undefeated!
Today was PACKED! We started with AM data collection and had “chasey” dolphins! Champ was chasing a few dolphins and there was a leap and body collision above the water. Everybody seemed fine and we got a social show! There was …
Physiology and Fun!
The dolphins were very playful and mouthy at each other today! Gizmo, Kami, and Sandy were jawing at each other several times with Ronnie joining in the session, too. Sandy and Gizmo also …
Rockin’ Reefs
Our morning began like yesterday with data collection and observations of dolphins at Bailey’s Key. We conducted our first space use data collection, and all were mildly confused but more practice and discussion helped (see below). The dolphins were…
Dipping with Dolphins
Everyone was up early and ready and waiting at the water taxi when Joel arrived with our chariot. You can see us on the featured photo on our way to Bailey’s. We had our morning introduction and orientation to …
Ecotour Yields to Field Course(s)
Our morning data collection session went very well with much social activity both above and below the surface. Stan and Tank were hanging out together while Rocky played with Ronnie or pulled at Kathleen’s fins. Our ecotour participants …
TGIF! Dolphins Abound!
Our morning data session was a bit earlier than normal to plan ahead for arriving on time for our group’s dolphin swim! Manon did another …