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Delphinus Dephis Collection (#5)

"Delphinus Delphis: The Enchanting Bottlenose Dolphins of the Moray Firth" Witness the awe-inspiring sight of four Bottlenose dolphins

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Danny Frank / SpecialistStock

Danny Frank / SpecialistStock
Northern right whale dolphin (Lissodelphis borealis) porpoising, Monterey bay national marine sanctuary, California, usa, east pacific ocean

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock
Mature-adult Central American Spinner Dolphin, Stenella longirostris centroamericana, spinning, Costa Rica, Pacific Ocean

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in Tobermory Bay - home of Balamory TV show

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in Tobermory Bay - home of Balamory TV show
Nic Davies / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Pantropical spotted dolphin, Stenella attenuata, leaping, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Pantropical spotted dolphin, Stenella attenuata, leaping, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Striped Dolphin (Stenalla coeruleoalba). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008

Striped Dolphin (Stenalla coeruleoalba). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008
Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Offshore type bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of the Gulf

Offshore type bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of the Gulf of California
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin pod (Stenella longirostris) underwater in Honolua Bay off the northwest

Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin pod (Stenella longirostris) underwater in Honolua Bay off the northwest coast of Maui, Hawaii
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Long-beaked Common Dolphin pod (Delphinus capensis) encountered off Isla Espiritu Santo in

Long-beaked Common Dolphin pod (Delphinus capensis) encountered off Isla Espiritu Santo in the southern Gulf of
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together

Three adult Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching together, socialising in the Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) breaches sideways on a very backlit morning, Moray Firth

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) breaches sideways on a very backlit morning, Moray Firth, Scotland
Charlie Phillips / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Common dolphin (delphinus delphis) Gulf of California. A trio of common dolphin

Common dolphin (delphinus delphis) Gulf of California. A trio of common dolphin
Christopher Swann / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Common Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops Truncatus). Azores, North Atlantic

Common Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops Truncatus). Azores, North Atlantic
Anthony Pierce / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops Aduncus). Azores, North Atlantic

Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops Aduncus). Azores, North Atlantic
Anthony Pierce / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Rough-Toothed Dolphin (Steno Bredanensis). Azores, North Atlantic

Rough-Toothed Dolphin (Steno Bredanensis). Azores, North Atlantic
Anthony Pierce / SplashdownDirect

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: False killer whale with special sunscreen being fed, (Pseudorca crassidens). Oahu, Hawaii (N)

False killer whale with special sunscreen being fed, (Pseudorca crassidens). Oahu, Hawaii (N. Pacific)
Andre Seale / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Common Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008

Common Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008
Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Atlantic Spotted Dolphin (Stenalla frontalis). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin (Stenalla frontalis). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008
Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) with a deformed jaw. Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008

Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) with a deformed jaw. Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008
Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008

Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis). Azores, North Atlantic. Taken 2008
Anthony Pierce / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Offshore type bottlenose dolphin pod (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of

Offshore type bottlenose dolphin pod (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of the Gulf of California
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Lindblad staff members Manuel Vasquez, Manuelito, and Linda Burback with near shore type

Lindblad staff members Manuel Vasquez, Manuelito, and Linda Burback with near shore type bottlenose dolphins
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Offshore type bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of the Gulf

Offshore type bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) surfacing in the midriff region of the Gulf of California
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock

Background imageDelphinus Dephis Collection: Long-beaked Common Dolphin pair (Delphinus capensis) encountered off Isla Espiritu Santo in

Long-beaked Common Dolphin pair (Delphinus capensis) encountered off Isla Espiritu Santo in the southern Gulf of
Michael Nolan / SpecialistStock




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"Delphinus Delphis: The Enchanting Bottlenose Dolphins of the Moray Firth" Witness the awe-inspiring sight of four Bottlenose dolphins, known scientifically as Tursiops truncatus, captivatingly socializing in the pristine waters of the Moray Firth. With their remarkable ability to breach from the water, these playful creatures effortlessly showcase why they have become such beloved favorites among the public. Venturing into Tobermory Bay, home to the renowned Balamory TV show, a group of elusive Bottlenose dolphins resides within the Hebrides. Despite being shrouded in mystery and lacking comprehensive understanding, encountering these enigmatic beings is an extraordinary rarity. Photographer Nic was fortunate enough to capture a moment when they graced this harbor with their presence. At Chanonry Point in Moray Firth, one courageous Bottlenose dolphin fearlessly breaches right before our very eyes. This breathtaking display was immortalized by talented photographers Tom Walmsley, Masa Ushioda, Michael S. Nolan, and Danny Frank from SpecialistStock. The images captured by these skilled individuals allow us a glimpse into the world of Delphinus delphis like never before. Their agility and grace are beautifully showcased through each photograph taken at different locations along Scotland's stunning coastline. These captivating creatures continue to fascinate scientists and nature enthusiasts alike with their intelligence and complex social behaviors. As we strive to unravel their secrets further, let us cherish every encounter with these magnificent bottlenoses that grace our shores – reminding us of nature's wonders and inspiring conservation efforts for generations to come.