Featured Image Credit: Gulf World
By Lindsay Edgar
Florida’s own Gulf World Marine Park very recently threw a birthday bash for their youngest dolphin, and she had a blast! Soleil, the energetic dolphin with a big personality, celebrated her very first birthday. It was quite the party – complete with a frozen cake, friends, and dancing. Before Soleil’s first daily performance at the center, her trainers even sung happy birthday to her.
Because she is only one, Soleil likes to copy the older dolphins. She constantly mimics them and wants to learn everything they do. She tries not to act her age, but sometimes she can’t help it! Park guests have witnessed her blow bubbles underwater and then eat them. Since she has a few performances on her resume now, Soleil has become more comfortable in front of a crowd.
A party wouldn’t be complete without family of course. Soleil’s mother and grandmother also attended her birthday festivities. As part of the third generation of dolphins in the park, it was a special treat to see the youngster frolicking with them. Happy Birthday, Soleil. Here’s to many more!