Fungi set to be joined by ‘unfriendly’ dolphin

Fungi, the famous Dingle dolphin who has captured the hearts of millions of visitors for 30 years, could soon have company.

Fungi set to be joined by ‘unfriendly’ dolphin

A second male solitary dolphin has turned up in the southern side of Dingle Bay and nature watchers are keeping a lookout for any interaction between the two.

Since he first appeared around 1983, Fungi has had Dingle Harbour as his sole territory and a small industry has built up around him with upwards of 10 ferries taking tourists to swim with him, or simply enjoy his dives and splashes.

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