Why would dolphins stay in the area if they will not survive conditions?
The dolphins in the Shrewsbury/Navesink River have been present since at least June, adapting well to changing conditions. They are in a typical habitat and have the ability to swim to deeper water on their own. They exhibit normal behavior for wild dolphins. For these reasons, and based on ranging behaviors of this species elsewhere, we believe this is likely an example of a population attempting to extend and expand its range during a period when environmental conditions for the most part have been favorable.
