Dolphin
Videos

Want to encounter dolphins from the comfort of your own home? Dive into the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries’ video collection of various dolphin and porpoise species from across the country and learn about entanglements, endangered species, and how we can protect dolphins.

Two dolphins from above swimming at the top of the water.

Dolphins of Your National Marine Sanctuary System

From bottlenose dolphins in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to spinner dolphins in Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, many species of dolphin frequent your national marine sanctuaries.

A pod of dolphins swimming underwater in bright blue water.

Dolphins

From bottlenose dolphins in Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary to spinner dolphins in Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, many species of dolphin frequent your national marine sanctuaries.

Two dolphins swimming above water.

Dolphin Tales: Studying the Who, When, and Where of Habitat Use

Dolphin species often play key roles in ecosystems and also use habitats that overlap with areas of human activity. Learn more about when and where dolphin species occur so that the research can inform ecosystem management and mitigate human impacts. This presentation will focus on the biology and ecology of dolphins, current threats, and how technology is helping us learn about their occurrence and distribution.

Aerial image of kayakers exploring a shipwreck.

Get Into Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

There's a lot to see and do when you visit NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary! From incredible wildlife supported by diverse ecosystems to exciting recreational opportunities, explore the California coast in this Earth Is Blue video.

Dolphin starting to surface with bubbles forming from the blowhole.

Dolphins & Porpoises Video Collection

Enjoy the NOAA Fisheries Dolphins & Porpoises Video Collection featuring 16 videos of dolphins and porpoises around the world. These educational videos highlight specific species, research, best practices for viewing wildlife, and more.

Indus River Dolphin surfacing in water.

The Indus River Dolphin: A Redefined Species

Enjoy the NOAA Fisheries Dolphins & Porpoises Video Collection featuring 16 videos of dolphins and porpoises around the world. These educational videos highlight specific species, research, best practices for viewing wildlife, and more.

Entangled dolphin in shallow water with NOAA specialists’ providing support.

Dolphin Calf Disentangled and Released in Florida

In March 2019, a bottlenose dolphin mother and calf were captured, the calf disentangled and both released. They were captured together to minimize stress on the calf. Without intervention, the fishing line would have cut through the calf's tail & mouth.

Cartoon dolphin and bear chatting by a fireplace.

Don't Feed the Wild Dolphins PSA

A video that is a public service announcement that introduces the issues associated with humans feeding wild dolphins in the natural environment.

One male and one female tourist on a boat viewing and taking photos of dolphins.

Protecting Dolphins: How to Best View Them

Bottlenose dolphins share our coastal waters. This means people can easily view them in the wild, but it also puts dolphins at risk of human-caused injuries or death. Watch this video to learn how to protect wild dolphins while viewing them.

Two dolphins diving in turquoise waters.

Please Kōkua and Share the Shore with Marine Wildlife

Environmental and animal protection is a key aspect of the work of the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, for both the animals and humans. Utilize this resource to learn more about how to view wildlife, including dolphins, in a responsible manner.

Black and white porpoise from above swimming underwater.

Dall’s Porpoise Expands Territory in a Changing Prince William Sound

This video displays captivating research footage of bow riding Dall's porpoise in Prince William Sound.