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WILDLIFE WONDER: Mist and magic — rare marine pod of Risso’s dolphins spotted in False Bay

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A rare pod of Risso's dolphins has been spotted in False Bay, South Africa. The sighting occurred during a boat tour that initially faced challenging conditions due to thick fog.

What began as an unpromising morning with poor visibility transformed into a remarkable wildlife encounter. The foggy conditions, which threatened to diminish the boat tour experience, eventually cleared enough to allow passengers to observe the marine mammals. The encounter was significant enough to move tour guests to tears.

Risso's dolphins are not commonly seen in the region, making this sighting noteworthy for both wildlife enthusiasts and the local marine tourism community. The unexpected nature of the encounter—occurring despite the initially adverse weather conditions—added to the memorable quality of the experience for those aboard.

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