description Kesslet Overview
Kesslet is an individually identified female bottlenose dolphin associated with the resident population of Scotland's Moray Firth. Her identity is followed through sightings and photographs, including the distinctive shape of her dorsal fin, and she is known in local dolphin records as the mother of Charlie, a male dolphin born in summer 2007. The subject is relevant to wildlife monitoring and public education.
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Who is Kesslet the dolphin?
Kesslet is an individually identified female bottlenose dolphin from Scotland's resident Moray Firth population. Researchers and observers recognize her through sightings, photographs, and the distinctive shape of her dorsal fin.
Where can Kesslet be seen?
Kesslet is associated with the Moray Firth on Scotland's northeast coast. Sightings are normally recorded in the wider area used by the local resident bottlenose dolphins.
How do researchers identify Kesslet?
They use photo-identification, especially the markings and shape of her dorsal fin. This method lets observers distinguish her from other bottlenose dolphins in the Moray Firth population.
Is Kesslet part of a captive dolphin show?
No information in the item description places her in captivity or a show. She is described as a wild, individually identified dolphin associated with Scotland's resident Moray Firth population.
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