Yeah! The Atlantic spotted dolphins Stenella frontalis are here. On Pico these beautiful dolphins herald the arrival of summer. During winter the sea here is too cool for them but from now until October they are abundant. Already large pods are present, many with new born calves. Some of the calves are tiny perhaps just a few days old. Nevertheless they swim with ease moving side by side with their mothers in perfect synchrony. It’s great to see them back.
An adult Atlantic spotted dolphin passes by our boat just below the surface.
A sub-adult Atlantic spotted dolphin.