Oftentimes, during our educational presentations, one or more of the animals would choose to terminate their session with the trainer and leave station. This could be for a few seconds or for a few minutes. At Gulfarium, we use the word “cruising” to describe this behavior.
The National Aquarium’s forthcoming “sanctuary” facility is intended to provide resident dolphins with maximal choice and control in a varied and enriching habitat while also ensuring optimal physical care. The National Aquarium’s forthcoming “sanctuary” facility is intended to provide resident dolphins with maximal choice and control in a varied and enriching habitat while also ensuring optimal physical care.