Increase in dolphin strandings — here's what to do if you see a live dolphin stuck on the beach
Rescue mission for a stranded striped dolphin off the Long Strand, Ballybunion. July 2025. Pictures: Ballybunion Sea & Cliff Rescue / Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
You never know what you might come across while strolling along a beach: even a stranded dolphin, something which is happening more often nowadays.
Dolphins have developed a close affinity with humans. The story of how Fungie drew millions of people (not exaggerating!) to Dingle, County Kerry, over four decades has been well charted. And those of us from a certain generation whimsically remember — a popular TV series.
