Natural Spectacle in Torrevieja: Dolphins Playing on the Coast
On Monday morning, the inhabitants and visitors of Torrevieja witnessed an impressive natural spectacle: a small group of dolphins playing and jumping off the coast. The event was captured in images by Juan Carlos, a well-known local nature enthusiast, and shared on social networks by the X account (formerly Twitter) of Proyecto Mastral with a message full of admiration: "How beautiful!".
The presence of dolphins in the Vega Baja is not an unusual phenomenon, but it is also not something that is seen every day. These marine mammals usually frequent deeper waters, but occasionally they come close to the coast, offering a natural spectacle that delights the lucky spectators. The acrobatic jumps of dolphins are not only a sample of their playful behavior, but also a vital part of their social interactions and hunting methods.
Factors that Attract Dolphins to the Coast
Experts in marine life explain that the appearance of these animals near the coasts can be influenced by several factors, including the search for food and sea currents. The coast of Torrevieja, known for its relatively clean waters and abundance of fish, provides an ideal habitat for these dolphins.
This Monday's sighting was particularly special, as the dolphins were quite active and visible from the coast. These are bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), a relatively common and abundant species on the southern coasts of the province of Alicante and the Region of Murcia. This coastal cetacean prefers shallow waters, which allows frequent sightings forming groups of between 10 and 20 specimens.
Experts and environmental defenders take advantage of these sightings to remind the importance of protecting our seas and marine life.