DOLPHINS OF ABACO: WONDERFUL PHOTOS FROM THE BMMRO
The BMMRO (Bahamas Marine Research Organisation) is based at Sandy Point, Abaco. It is dedicated to researching, monitoring, and protecting the marine mammals of a very large area. Not just cetaceans – the dolphins and whales. Recently, a small number of West Indian manatees (sirenians) have been making the northern Bahamas their home. I’ve written plenty about Georgie the adventurous manatee in the past – and in April she returned to her favourite place, Cherokee, after a bit of time away from Abaco.
Recently, photographer Shane Gross spent some time with the BMMRO and took stunning photos of dolphins. It’s impossible to say, or think, anything unpleasant about these lovely, intelligent, playful creatures. Say you ‘don’t much care for dolphins’, and you’d be more than halfway to having a down on kittens. Here are some magnificent images that deserve a wide audience.
Thanks as ever to Charlotte & Diane at the BMMRO for ongoing use permission of material including the header pic; and to Shane for his outstanding photos
ROLLING HARBOUR ABACO 
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Amazing shots! I like it!
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Thanks Kamila. And for signing up! Me too… RH
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Thanks Kamila. One thing is for certain: there’s no one anywhere who doesn’t love dolphins! RH
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Shane’s photographs are extraordinary, filled with so much playfulness and beauty. I’m glad to hear about the manatees, too; this earth doesn’t have enough manatees. Great post, RH
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Just beautiful. Love to see them jump out of the water! Nice clean clear water! Great photos.
Alan
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Thanks Alan, they are great aren’t they. The waters round Abaco are incredibly clear, which makes underwater photography very rewarding. My own dolphin leap photos are less than ideal – by the time I’ve see the leap… it’s too late! RH
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They look super good to me! What wonderful creatures.
Alan
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