Dolphin Veterinary Exam (IMAGE)

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Dolphin Veterinary Exam

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A dolphin is prepared for release after undergoing a veterinary exam and being fitted with a VHF transmitter tag. Lead veterinarian, Dr. Forrest Townsend, conducts a final check before releasing the dolphin near Brunswick, Ga.

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Todd Speakman, NOAA

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