As of today, peak season now, through ~September 30. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
A resident community of common bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) occupies the Moray Firth year-round, with higher sighting rates from mid-May through late September.
Dolphins are often seen from shore at headlands and from licensed boat trips operating out of Cromarty, Inverness area, and Moray towns.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Chanonry Point (Fortrose) |
| Cromarty Harbour - Boat Trips |
| + 2 more spots, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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