What's going down with Delle down in Travemünde?
The Bay of Lübeck's newest sensation is none other than Delle, the popular bottlenose dolphin, and everyone's talking about it.
With her thrilling acrobatic jumps and daring displays, Delle has become an instant hit, drawing a crowd to the promenade and small restaurants by the sea. People have even traveled from far and wide just to catch a glimpse of this unique mammal.
But lately, some have noticed that Delle has begun to develop strange, light-colored spots on her skin. This has led to a wave of concern and questions, with everyone wondering, "What's happening to Delle's skin?"
Going under
Marine biologist Ulrich Karlowski from the German Foundation for Marine Conservation addressed the issue, reassuring everyone that Delle appeared healthy, well-nourished, and in high spirits. He confirmed that the skin diseases were significantly less prevalent due to the colder water temperatures and less salinity in the Baltic Sea, which likely aided in Delle's recovery.
Delle's health certainly improved between her last visit and now, as she had earlier been spotted in Fehmarn, where she accompanied a sailing boat for about 20 minutes. This trip likely provided Delle with a different environment with higher salinity, which may have contributed to her recovery.
Dolphin diva
Delle's charm has not gone unnoticed by marine enthusiasts and locals, who continue to flock to Travemünde to witness her beauty and grace. Jürgen Schneller and Monika, a couple on vacation, were thrilled at the sight of such an extraordinary animal.
However, marine biologists worry about Delle staying in the Bay of Lübeck for too long due to the increased ship traffic and lower salinity. They'd prefer for her to return to her native home in Svendborg, Denmark, where the waters are calmer, the salinity higher, and the ship traffic less treacherous.
Catching a wave
Despite the concerns, Delle seems to enjoy her time in Travemünde, drawing the admiration of onlookers and shutterbugs alike. Sarah Blodow, an avid hobby photographer from Lübeck, eagerly awaits the opportunity to capture some incredible shots of Delle and add them to her collection.
It seems that Delle has become an irresistible draw for visitors and locals, bringing joy and wonder to the shores of Travemünde.
Delle's skin is a natural phenomenon in cetaceans, with variations in skin pigmentation common among these animals.
- The diverse coloration of white-beaked dolphins, similar to Delle's, can be attributed to genetic factors and environmental conditions, particularly age and salinity levels.
- Younger dolphins and calves often display distinctive color patterns that can change as the animal matures.
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