Dolphin Marine Rescue in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales | Non-profit organisation

Dolphin Marine Rescue

Locality: Coffs Harbour, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6659 1900

Address: 65 Orlando Street 2450 Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.dolphinmarinerescue.org

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25.01.2022 Good morning! Check-in at 10am to our sister FB page, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park, to meet Andrew the Peacock and ask your questions live! #isokids #isoeducation #peacocks

25.01.2022 In case you missed the Facebook Live Event. Experience what it's like to get up close-up and interact with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin. Our dedicated marine mammal team member shares some fun facts and how we can all work together to protect our oceans and precious marine wildlife for future generations.

25.01.2022 Discover what peacocks eat, where they sleep and how they attract a mate. Tani, our bubbly Team Member, chats peacocks, answers questions live and tries to keep these beautiful birds in the picture! To donate to our ongoing rescue, rehab and release program for sick and injured marine and land animals, please give what you can at https://bit.ly/DolphinMarineRescueDonate Thank you! #isokids #isoeducation #peacocks

25.01.2022 Ever wondered what it's like to be a marine animal trainer and carer? Here's a snapshot of what a "day in the life" looks like. To help us continue the vital conservation, rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick and injured marine and other wildlife every day, please donate here > https://www.dolphinmarinerescue.org/ Thank you. Music: www.bensound.com

25.01.2022 In honour of National Volunteer Week and World Turtle Day, we share this pic of some of our tireless team manning a local turtle nesting site. A huge shout out and thank you to the dedicated community of volunteers who help us rescue, rehabilitate and release dozens of sick and injured turtles every year, and facilitate the safe passage of hundreds of baby turtles in their journey to the sea. #volunteerweek #worldturtleday #coffscoastcommunity

25.01.2022 Facebook Live Event 10am Today It's almost time to meet a beautiful bottlenose dolphin. Check-in to our sister FB page Dolphin Marine Conservation Park at 10am and ask your questions live #isokids #isoeducation #isoconservation

25.01.2022 ***SWAN RESCUE UPDATE*** Great news! After some much needed TLC from our team at Dolphin Marine Rescue, the beautiful bird was released at Urunga Wetlands last Tuesday. Thank you Alice Baker (pictured) from our colleagues at WIRES who assisted in this heartwarming farewell #DolphinMarineRescue #LoveCoffsHarbour #RescueRehabiitateRelease

24.01.2022 Today we farewelled Plugga, our resilient and beautiful three-flippered Australian Green Sea Turtle. After being rescued as a badly injured hatchling she finally outgrew her home with us and has moved to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium where she can continue to thrive. Green Sea Turtles (Scientific Name: Chelonia mydas) are endangered. They commonly live for up to 80 years and are the largest hard shell sea turtles growing up to 1.5 metres long and weighing 300 kg. Plugga is onl...y 75cm long so she still has a lot of growing to do! The plan is to eventually release Plugga back to the wild once she successfully adjusts to her spacious new home and is properly prepared for the potentially hazardous journey ahead. In honour of Plugga, we're resharing the video we aired about three months ago as part of our regular live streams and educational video sharing. As you will see, Plugga was a little camera shy this day and we highly recommend taking a peek at the follow-up videos. Bon voyage Plugga! Sending much love from the team at Dolphin Marine Rescue, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park and all your friends and supporters on the Coffs Coast. #DolphinMarineRescue #GreenSeaTurtles #CoffsCoast

24.01.2022 CHEWIE UPDATE Chewie set for release soon! Named after the much-loved Star Wars character, Chewie is on track for a successful recovery and release. The long-nosed fur seal pup is under the expert care of our veterinary and marine animal team at Dolphin Marine Rescue, our not-for-profit facility at Dolphin Marine Conservation Park Chewie was rescued by a Coffs Coast local who noticed the injured seal on the beach near Grassy Head. We assessed he was most likely atta...cked by a predator and also hit by a boat propeller His injuries were so severe that it was touch and go as to whether he would survive. Now, he looks like being released within weeks! Our Vet, Dr Duan March, explains the balance required with caring for rescued animals and rehabilitating them for release back into the wild. "We get them eating so they can receive medication while their wounds heal but without the animals becoming reliant on humans. Chewie is a wild seal and when released, he will still be capable of reintegrating into the ocean and catching his food." Watch this space for Chewie's release date! #DolphinMarineRescue #coffscoast #LoveNSW See more

22.01.2022 One for the diary Did you know that sea anemones are among the most common non-fish animals in the marine aquarium trade and there are questions about the sustainability of their trade? Join Guest Speaker, Nicola Fraser, Southern Cross University PhD Candidate as she discusses research conducted as part of her PhD into the sea anemone aquarium industry, the constraints, and the possible solutions to make the industry more sustainable. Due to the current social distancing ...restrictions, this lecture will be held VIRTUALLY. Please click the following link at the scheduled time to join the webinar from your home: https://scuonline.zoom.us/j/91560882684 Note: Zoom Webinar is a one-way platform so you will not be seen during this lecture - you will only see the presenter. #DolphinMarineRescue #MarineSustainability #MarineConservation

22.01.2022 TURTLE RELEASE If you're in the area, join us for a turtle release tomorrow (Sunday 29th Nov) at 12 noon at Park Beach, Coffs Harbour. #turtlerelease #dolphinmarinerescue #dolphinmarineconservationpark #turtles #CoffsHarbour #CoffsCoast #RescueRehabRelease

22.01.2022 ***CHEWIE UPDATE***Great news! Our young rescued Australian Fur Seal, affectionately named Chewie, is swimming and chasing fish and swallowing them in one gulp! This little battler has made a remarkable recovery from suspected predator and boat propellor wounds and is ready to be released! Keep following us to find out more #dolphinmarineconservationpark #rescueseal #dolphinmarinerescue #coffsharbour #coffscoast #australia #LoveNSW

20.01.2022 Plugga, our beloved three-flippered Green Sea Turtle settles into her spacious new home at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium #DolphinMarineRescue #AustralianGreenSeaTurtles #LoveNSW

20.01.2022 Black Swan Rescue down at gallows beach. Thanks to Paul and @tide_seeker for rescuing the swan that was getting knocked around by the waves. The swan is undergoing a vet check, fluids, xrays and TLC. Hopefully will be released soon once all checks are cleared. . .... . . #dolphinmarinerescue #blackswan #rescuerehabrelease #marineconservation #vetscience #coffscoast #wildlife #wildlifeconservation @ Coffs Harbour, New South Wales See more

20.01.2022 Visiting hours...a friendly seal checks on one of our rescued turtles in rehab. #dolphinmarinerescue #CoffsHarbour #VisitNSW #turtles

17.01.2022 Coffee Toast Fish It's almost time to visit our park on a virtual tour! Meet Australian Sea Lions, Dolphins, Penguins and Turtles, and take a peek into our Animal Rehab Centre. Check-in to our sister FB page, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park at 10am. See you soon...fish optional #isokids #isoeducation #isoconservation

16.01.2022 Today, we farewelled Chewie! After many weeks of expert veterinary care and lots of TLC from our marine mammal team, the resilient New Zealand Fur Seal Pup made an impressive recovery from horrific injuries which we suspect were caused by a predator and a boat propeller. Special thanks to the fantastic team at Whale Watch Experience Coffs Harbour for taking us out on your beautiful boat to release this cheeky seal. Chewie seemed to reluctant to say goodbye to his carers. He came back for a second look.. and then swam off! Goodbye Chewie. We will all miss you and wish you a long life exploring the oceans. #DolphinMarineConservationPark #DolphinMarineRescue #CoffsHarbour #VisitNSW #CoffsCoast

14.01.2022 To all the Dads (and Mums), caregivers and responders in our lives who are working tirelessly to educate, feed, entertain and keep us safe and well. Thank you and Happy Father’s Day from our Dolphin Marine Rescue Family to yours. Our hearts go out to Dads who are separated from their loved ones. Stay strong, hopefully, we can get together with the people we care about most, soon #DolphinMarineRescue #LoveNSW #FathersDay

11.01.2022 **Video Launch Today 10am** Experience a taste of what it's really like to be a marine animal trainer and carer in our new 'Day in the Life' Video. Head over to our sister FB page Dolphin Marine Conservation Park #LoveNSW #LoveCoffsHarbour #LoveMarineAnimals

11.01.2022 Meet Australian Sea Lions, Dolphins, Penguins, Turtles and some of our dedicated marine team. Tani walks you through Dolphin Marine Conservation Park in beautiful Coffs Harbour and shares a peek into our marine animal rehab centre. To help us continue the vital rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured and sick marine and other wildlife, please donate at https://www.dolphinmarinerescue.org THANK YOU! #isokids #isoeducation #isoconservation

10.01.2022 The wet weather today didn't deter visitors who delighted in seeing our beautiful marine animals up close. Of course, social distancing measures were in place and apply throughout our facilities for the safety of all our guests and team every day #DolphinMarineRescue #LoveNSW #CoffsCoastMarineConservation

09.01.2022 Did you know that only one in 1000 baby sea turtles survives to be a teenager? To celebrate National Science Week 2020, we're thrilled to share a new podcast series featuring our very own in-house Vet and Green Sea Turtle expert, Dr Duan March. If you've got a spare 28 minutes this afternoon, check-in and listen to Duan chatting to Host, Associate Professor Tracy Ainsworth, a coral biologist from UNSW Sydney. Duan shares his wealth of knowledge about Green Sea Turtles... along the marine rich Coffs Coast and what we can do to help more survive and thrive This series of 11 podcasts focuses on research in Australia by leading marine experts talking about the marine places on their doorsteps that have inspired them and how their love of these spots has influenced their life’s work. Find the Podcasts here > https://events.unsw.edu.au/article/deep-blue-my-door-step There are even cool kid's activities to download #DolphinMarineRescue #LoveNSW #NationalScienceWeek See more

09.01.2022 Want to learn how to help us rescue stranded marine wildlife? Limited places filling fast! ***One-Day Training Workshop*** Saturday 14th November 8.30 to 4 Must be over 15 years old. For more info and to book, please visit our website or email our resident vet, Duan [email protected] #dolphinmarinerescue #volunteers #CoffsHarbour #VisitNSW

05.01.2022 A week or so ago we were called to rescue a baby seal off the beach at Grassy Head, about 50 minutes south of Coffs Harbour. His injuries were so severe, we weren't sure he would survive Our vet assessed his wounds and determined that not only had he most likely been attacked by a juvenile shark but also a boat propeller! Fortunately, after almost two weeks under the expert care of our marine animal care team, 'Chewie' (named after the Star Wars character, Chewbacca...) is recovering well. His wounds are healing and he's eating and drinking. Once he's strong enough and moving and swimming competently again, we'll return Chewie to his ocean home. Chewie is a young male long-nosed fur seal (Arctocephalus fosteri) normally found around southern Australia and New Zealand, we see them occasionally in NSW. In Australian waters, fur seals are protected under the Environment Protection Biodiversity Conservation Act and in NSW they are classified as vulnerable under the Threatened Species Conservation Act. Weighing just 10.2kg and 83cm long when rescued, Chewie could grow to a whopping 160kg and two metres long in the wild feasting on a diet of Octopus, squid, fish and seabirds. Apart from their natural predators, humans are the seals' greatest threat through fishing nets and discarded fishing line entanglement, and plastic waste ingestion. Fishermen and women can help protect our seals by supporting #SealTheLoop and disposing of fishing line in the bins provided along the coast and we can all help by reducing single-use plastics and recycling. We'll keep you posted on Chewie's progress. Watch this space for updates. Thank you to the team at NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service for your assistance. #DophinMarineResue #furseals #coffsharbour

05.01.2022 Just seeing our recuperating turtles swim freely is all the encouragement we need. #oceangoals #dophinmarineresue #coffsharbour #turtles

05.01.2022 Thank you to the member of the public from Mullaway who contacted us after finding this Elegant sea snake, washed up & underweight. X-ray results from Woolgoolga vet are clear. The snake has been given fluids and with some TLC we hope to release in the next few days. A reminder to all that sea snakes are extremely venomous & should not be handled. If found contact your local National Parks & Wildlife Office. #wildlifeconservation #marineconservation #animalrescue #dolphinmarinerescue #coffscoast #coffsharbournsw #seasnake

04.01.2022 So what's it really like to be a marine animal trainer and carer? Experience a 'day in the life' with our new video launching tomorrow on our sister FB page Dolphin Marine Conservation Park at 10am. Here's sneak peek. #MarineConservation #LoveNSW #LoveCoffsHarbour To help us continue the vital conservation, rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick and injured marine and other wildlife every day, please donate here > https://www.dolphinmarinerescue.org/ Thank you.

04.01.2022 Recently we assisted Crown Lands with a stranded Sperm Whale at South Ballina Beach. Sadly, the magnificent mammal had died and we did all we could to help with a dignified removal. It was truly gut-wrenching to see and getting up so close just emphasised how important it is for us to learn more about how we can protect these epic creatures of the sea. #DolphinMarineRescue #CoffsHarbour #Whales

03.01.2022 This week we released two green sea turtles after months of rehabilitation at Dolphin Marine Rescue. Affectionately named Henry and Mouse, the young turtles, estimated to be 10 to 15 years old, were rescued from Scotts Head, 50 minutes south of Coffs Harbour. Both turtles were lethargic and in poor condition, and unlikely to survive without treatment. This release was assisted with a Federal Government grant we received as part of the Communities Environment Program. The g...rant enabled the purchase of an industrial heater for our pre-release rehabilitation tank. The heater maintains the water at around 24 degrees Celsius, ideal for sea turtle recovery. Before turtles are released, the temperature is adjusted to simulate ocean conditions so they acclimatise quickly. The new heater will be even more critical during winter. With the water temperature just right, Henry and Mouse regained fitness and were released back into the ocean. The Dolphin Marine Rescue team thanks local MP, Mr Pat Conaghan and his team for their support. Mr Conaghan helped with the release, alongside our young marine conservation group, EcoGroms. Leaders from EcoGroms will share the experience with their Primary School classmates and promote the importance of marine stewardship for future generations. Now, with 18 more sick and injured sea turtles in our care, we look forward to sharing news about their releases soon. Watch this space! Thanks to @PatConaghanNats Film by @bradleyrathbone #dolphinmarinerescue #patconaghanmp #patconaghannats #turtlerelease #seaturtles #marineconservation

02.01.2022 Our patients and residents are big salad eaters! Each turtle gobbles up the equivalent of an iceberg lettuce every day and our freshwater turtles and peacocks love to munch on the leaves too. Any leftovers go straight into our worm farm to make organic compost for our gardens #lettuceeat #turtles #coffsharbournsw #dolphinmarinerescue ##vìsitnsw