SAVE OUR DOLPHINS

Stranding 101

Learn the basics of why dolphins & whales strand, how we can prevent it, and what happens to stranded animals.

What Can YOU Do?

Steps you can follow to help save stranded animals, no matter where you live!

Who to Support?

Agencies and organizations involved in the rescue, rehabilitation, and protection of dolphins & whales.

Why Do We Care?

Explaining the underlying importance of rescuing whales and dolphins.

If you see a stranded marine mammal in Florida

Call the FWC's Wildlife Alert number!

1-888-404-3922

Take Action

Dolphins are Ambassadors for Our Oceans

Humans have a responsibility to protect and preserve our marine environments

DID YOU KNOW?

A stranding emergency can involve any marine animal, including whales, dolphins, and manatees, that is stranded out of habitat

(dead or alive), or swimming freely while in need of medical attention.

These emergencies cannot be resolved without human intervention.

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A Look at the Numbers

Known species of

whales and dolphins

Endangered whale and dolphin populations

1,332

Reported strandings of whales and dolphins per year

18+

Successful rescue and rehab cases since 2017

Meet the Ambassadors

These individuals are just a few success stories!

After being rescued and rehabbed these animals were deemed non-releasable by NOAA. These individuals went on to find forever homes and receive life-long care at marine facilities across the US. Through up-close encounters, presentations, and connections with guests, their stories inspire thousands to protect wild whales and dolphins and support rescue and rehab efforts that give animals just like them a second chance at life