St. Andrew Bay dolphins are wild animals. It is not possible to predict the best times to see them. Dolphin behavior can be affected by weather conditions, water temperatures and tide cycles as well as availability of prey. There are good chances of seeing dolphins when the sun shines and the water clears. Feeding activities are usually seen on an outgoing tide. The best option is to go with a dolphin tour operator, such as Panama Beach Dolphin Tours. They are usually on the water almost every day.
The Gulf of Mexico's marine mammals are comprised of dolphins, whales, sea lions, and one coastal sirenian species, the West Indianmanatee (Trichechus menatus). Sea lions and fur seals are not found here, nor are sea-going orter otters.
The danger to sea lions is usually low. Sea lions are not aggressive and tend to keep to themselves. However, being wild animals that weigh 600 pounds they need to be respected. There have been occasions when sea-lions have inflicted serious injuries on humans.
True wild dolphins will bite if they get angry, frustrated, or scared. When people attempt to swim with them, they are often disturbed. Dolphins who are career beggars may be aggressive and threatening if they don't get what they want.
Six passengers are allowed on the Panama Beach Dolphin Tours. This allows guests to tour St. Andrew Bay in comfort and allow them to interact with the tour guide. Your captain will bring you as close as possible the dolphins. While being respectful, your captain will not cause them any harm.
1. Killer whale (Orcinus Orca) While we think of orcas living in colder areas, about 500 orcas are found in the Gulf of Mexico, where they eat tuna and dolphins in deep waters that are often far from land.
Your captain will instruct you on the safest & best means of interacting with the dolphins. Snorkeling in our area can be world class. Enjoy watching birds of prey as well as the underwater world of SeaTurtles, Stingray, Seahorses, Starfish & Sand dollars.
Dolphins are able to breathe through their blowhole located on the top portion of their head. The interesting thing about dolphins is that they can still experience respiratory irritation. It could result in the equivalent to someone coughing or sneezing. The dolphins' coughing experience is called "chuffing".
However, dolphins are wild creatures. While we have a good idea of where dolphins are, they rarely escape from us. Adventures at Sea can arrange your tour so that you are close to the water and on the decks or pontoon boats. We'll do all we can to ensure that you don’t miss this amazing piece of Florida's natural environment. Book your date with us today!
Only six people can take the Panama Beach Dolphin Tours. The tour allows guests to explore St. Andrew Bay with ease, get to know the captain and have a closer look at the dolphins. As your captain takes the tour boat to the dolphins as close as possible, you can ask questions, take photos, and shoot video. However, he will be respectful of their needs and not cause any harm.
Sea water is an effective disinfectant but interaction with wild dolphins could lead to disease transmission. These can pose serious health risks to both dolphins and humans. Swimming with dolphins is considered harassment and you don't want to be fined.
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“Had a great time on our tour,alex was a great captain,kids had a blast,will come back and go again.first trip is a feeling out process so we will be better prepared next rime and know what to do.”
Do not touch the dolphins. The dolphins will attempt to make physical contact with you if they feel the need. Touching one dolphin will cause them to leave the area. This not only affects dolphin behavior, but also causes irritation to other members of your group as everyone loses in the swim.
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The Gulf of Mexico is home to many species of sharks. The most common sharks found along our coast are the Bull Shark and Thresher Shark.
Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, swimming with spinner dolphins at rest could be considered "harassment." This Act prohibits any act that could disrupt the behavior of a marine mammal by causing torment, harassment, or other nuisances.
Panama City Beach is located just east of Destin, on Hwy 98. This beach marks the end to the beaches of South Walton. These beaches are widely regarded as the most pure and clear in the country. The area has almost no runoff from the rivers and the St. Andrew Bay filters most of the sediment.