Is less more, or more better? Behavioral insights from Bottlenose Dolphins during dolphin interaction programs

Authors

Megan E. Davis, St. Mary's University
Alicia Virthe, St. Mary's University
Heather Manitzas Hill, St. Mary's University
Kathleen Dudzinski, Dolphin Communication Project, Port St. Lucie, Florida
Michelle Samm, SeaWorld Parks, Orlando, Florida
Buck Lyman, SeaWorld Parks, Orlando, Florida
Kelly Flaherty Clark, SeaWorld Parks, Orlando, Florida
Todd Robeck, SeaWorld Parks, Orlando, Florida

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Digital Publisher

Digital Commons at St. Mary's University

Publication Date

Spring 2025

Keywords

Bottlenose Dolphins; Animal Training; Dolphin interaction experiences; Behavioral repertoire

Description

This poster was created for the 5th annual Research Showcase. From the poster:

Using video recordings collected during randomly selected human-dolphin interaction programs (2022-2023), 19 target dolphins were assessed for their behavioral repertoire, correct and incorrect responses to trainer/guest-given cues, and the total number of unique requested behaviors.

Format

pdf

Size

1 page

City

San Antonio, Texas

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