Dolphins have long fascinated scientists and animal lovers alike, not just for their intelligence, but for the many ways they seem to mirror human behaviour. They form deep friendships, play for fun, ...

Algal bloom triggered by sewage discharges could be causing in dolphins the same form of brain degeneration seen in humans with Alzheimer’s disease, scientists warned in a new study. Scientists found ...

Why do dolphins end up stranded? In a new study, scientists have found evidence to suggest that some may be suffering from an Alzheimer’s-like disease, causing them to become disoriented much like ...

Male bottlenose dolphins with strong friendships age more slowly compared to their more solitary peers, according to a new study that reveals the importance of social bonding for healthier ageing in ...