Dead dolphin in Waterford River

Dead dolphin in Waterford River

Photo: John Hearne

A dead baby dolphin has been spotted in the River Suir next to the Greenway near Killoteran.

If you see a dead or stranded dolphin, you can contact the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group. 

Photo: John Hearne
Photo: John Hearne

People took to social media to express their sadness at this young dolphin's passing but also gratitude for the natural beauty of the greenway.

One person wrote: "The greenway is incredible all year round. Awash with wildlife from squirrels to sparrow hawks to dolphins."

This emergency hotline is only for animals stranded alive. (097) 28118 (You will be asked for GPS Pin of animal, a description of the animal and photo where possible) 

You can log dead animals via the IWDG Reporting app. 

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