1987th The team Tethys Research Institute started a long research into the biology, ecology and social structure of the community of bottlenose dolphins that inhabit the sea around the islands of Cres and Losinj. These dolphins are one of the best-studied group in the Mediterranean. Size of community was estimated at 120 individuals.
Bottlenose dolphins, although among the most resistant and most adaptable Cetacea, progressively disappear from many parts of the world. Deliberate killing and accidental catches in fishing nets represent an obvious threat. From 17 May 1995. in Croatia are protected all marine mammals.
Adoption of dolphins
"Adopt a Dolphin" is a public awareness campaign that asks people to get involved in the protection of dolphins and donating to the project. Adopters as we give thanks for the package adopters and aquamarine - the annual magazine. Would you like to adopt a dolphin you can do while you're in Veli Lošinj, or online at www.blue-svijet.org
Dolphin Day
Day of the Dolphin as a manifestation since 1993. in Veli Lošinj and every first Saturday in August. Dolphin Day includes an exhibition of children's artwork in the center of Veli Losinj, children's games, an exhibition of photographs, dia-screenings and concerts. And brochures were printed, posters, puzzles. Every year during the event day dolphin making a new design t-shirts with dolphins and educational messages. In the event each year, involving local residents, but also a large number of tourists.
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