Korean Tourists Watch Dolphins in Bali

Bali is one of the islands with the largest number of Korean visitors, especially those who are on vacation with their families are interested in seeing dolphins in Bali. This is one of the educational tourism holidays that can be introduced to children, and many honeymoon couples from Korea come to Bali to be able to swim with dolphins in bali.

Dolphins in Korea

In Korea, there are also dolphins that can be found in the waters around the Korean Peninsula, especially off the coast of Jeju Island. Several types of dolphins that are commonly found in Korean waters include:

• Bottlenose dolphins
• Gray dolphins
• Spinner dolphins

Human Interaction with Korean Dolphins

In Korea, the interaction between humans and dolphins has been tied for a long time. Dolphins often appear in Korean society and mythology narratives, symbolizing intelligence, kindness, and good fortune. However, like many other parts of the world, Korea’s dolphin population faces a variety of threats, including:

• Overfishing
• Marine pollution
• Community destruction

Dolphin Conservation Efforts in Korea

The Korean government and conservation organizations have taken steps to protect dolphins and their communities. Some of these efforts include:

• Establishment of Marine Protected Areas
• Regulation of Fishing
• Public Awareness Campaigns on the Importance of Dolphins to Marine Ecosystems

Dolphins in Korean Culture

Dolphins hold a special place in Korean culture. They are often viewed as intelligent and friendly animals, and appear in a variety of Korean art and entertainment.

Real-Life Example

In 2013, a female dolphin named “Jedol” who had been living in captivity was released back into the open sea off the coast of Jeju Island. Jeju Island is home to a nearly extinct population of Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins.

With the discussion of dolphins in Korea, for tourists who will vacation in Bali. Of course you can swim and play with dolphins directly. Bali Exotic Marine Park is a place to see dolphins that already has an official permit to protect bottlenose dolphins.

Bottlenose Dolphins Have Unique Features That You Need to Know

1. Uniqueness of Bottlenose Dolphins’ Eating Method

The type of food that bottlenose dolphins eat depends on their community, when they are near the coast or the seabed. Populations on the seabed have their own characteristics, they like to eat fish that can make sounds. For example, kroto fish and grunts (close relatives of snapper fish). And, populations that are offshore like schooling fish such as mullet or other species, such as mackerel and tuna. In addition to fish, they like squid and crustaceans.

Not only is the type of food unique, bottlenose dolphins have an innovative way of eating. They usually dig up food in the sand. The sponge-like front mouth apparently protects against friction and collisions. In addition, they always work together when hunting prey in their group. Some work to set tactics so that the fish swim to their friends and some wait for the prey to reach their friends.

2. Bottlenose dolphins have unique sounds

Not only do they look for prey with sounds, bottlenose dolphins are also vocal animals in the water. They produce three groups of sounds, whistles, pulses and echolocation clicks. These unique vocalizations of each individual are generally used to communicate identity, location and emotions in groups.

Generally, bottlenose dolphins live in small or large groups, starting from 2-15 to 1,000. If you often see bottlenose dolphins above the sea, usually this is only a small group.

3. Recognize the age of dolphins from their feces

Did you know that the age of dolphins can be known from their feces? A study on Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins said that the feces of this animal can determine its age without direct contact with the animal (non-invasive). This is a better discovery than previous methods. Generally to find out the age of dolphins, some researchers catch them and take their teeth, then count the dentin development structure.

4. The Smartest Bottlenose Dolphins

Bottlenose dolphins are often the subject of research because of their intelligence. They have the longest social memory compared to other animal species. They can even recognize the unique whistles of other dolphin friends who have been separated for 20 years from them.

When sick, he often heals himself by rubbing his body on certain corals and sponges. The aim is to obtain anti-microbial compounds made from the friction as medicine.

Not only smart, bottlenose dolphins are known to smile often because of their curved mouth shape. Although not the largest, the size of bottlenose dolphins is larger than other types of dolphins. The size can reach 2.5-3 meters with a weight of around 134-300 kg.

Watching Dolphins in Bali

So this great opportunity can be given to you who already have plans to watching bali dolphins and swim with dolphins in Bali. There are 4 packages that you can know as follows:

• Discovery+ invites you to swim, play & learn with Dolphins at Indonesia’s largest dolphinarium, with Extra Perks! Merchandise & light snacks included. Get all photos in a hand-carved wooden USB.
• Dive into Discovery! Swim, play & learn with Dolphins at Indonesia’s largest dolphinarium. Witness the dolphin’s intelligence, guided by our expert instructors. Digital photo included!
• Join our Encounter! Play & learn the Dolphins with our experts by the pool edge. Perfect for families with kids! Digital photo included!
• Explorer is a quick and easy way to meet the Dolphins in Bali. Get kissed from the pool edge and enjoy our signature high tea set by the lounge. Digital photo included!