'He disappeared as mysteriously as he arrived' — crowds gather in tribute to Fungie

Fungie spent 37 years in Dingle Bay and was loved by thousands of visitors who travelled from around the world to interact with the friendly dolphin

Fungie spent 37 years in Dingle Bay.
Picture: Graham Murphy

Tears were shed during an emotional day in Dingle as up to 1,000 people gathered to commemorate Fungie the Dolphin on Sunday.

Fungie spent 37 years in Dingle Bay and was loved by thousands of visitors who travelled from around the world to go out out in boats to see the friendly dolphin.