After trying for 11 years, bottlenose dolphin gives birth in China

By CHEN BOWEN | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-07-11 18:31
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A European bottlenose dolphin named Naya swims with her new-born healthy calf at the Hainan Ocean Paradise Resort on July 10. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

You Yingjie, the director of the Dolphin Pavilion at Hainan Ocean Paradise Resort, highlighted the resort's commitment to comprehensive conservation practices for dolphins. Marine animal veterinarians conduct regular health check-ups, and pregnant dolphins identified through ultrasounds are transferred to specialized birthing areas for personalized care. During the six months leading up to birth, the dolphin is guided to become familiar with the birthing pool environment. One month before birth, the pregnant dolphin is paired up for companionship, and during the final month before birth, she is individually housed for care.

"We monitor their appetite, adjust food intake, and ensure round-the-clock care from conservationists, enriching their environment with toys — all aimed at safeguarding the well-being of our dolphins," he said.

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