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Winter is a captive bottlenose dolphin housed at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium in Florida. She gained international recognition after losing her caudal fluke and subsequently receiving a custom-made prosthetic tail. This remarkable adaptation has made Winter an icon of conservation efforts and inspires research into animal rehabilitation and prosthetics. The aquarium utilizes Winter's story to educate visitors about marine mammal care, injury recovery, and the importance of ocean preservation.
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How did Winter the dolphin lose her tail?
Winter was found entangled in crab-trap line in Florida's Mosquito Lagoon in December 2005. The line cut off circulation, causing tissue damage that eventually resulted in the loss of her tail flukes.
Did Winter actually wear a prosthetic tail?
Yes, Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Hanger Clinic developed a removable prosthetic tail for her. The project also produced a soft silicone liner known as Winter's Gel to protect her sensitive skin.
Was the movie Dolphin Tale based on Winter's real story?
The 2011 film Dolphin Tale was inspired by Winter's rescue and rehabilitation, although it dramatized characters and events. Winter appeared as herself, and the aquarium was also a principal filming location.
Is Winter still at Clearwater Marine Aquarium?
Winter died at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on November 11, 2021, at age 16. The aquarium reported that an intestinal abnormality involving a fatal torsion caused her death.
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