Fins

The three Tay Fins dolphins have the markings of individually recognizable dolphins.

#1264 BROCHTIE

Brochtie is a 7 year old dolphin, first seen in the Tay area in 2018 and most recently seen here in 2023.

Brochtie is a local term for Broughty Ferry, home of the sculpture and a great place to see dolphins in the summer!


#1306 DOOKER

Dooker is a 4 year old, seen regularly since birth in 2020 with mum #1052, Paint Splotch!

Dooker (meaning a bather in Scots) has quite distinct notches for a young animal

Last sighting: East Yorkshire 2023


#1272 HAAR

First seen in the Tay in 2019, Haar is a 6 year old dolphin

Haar is a regional name for the cold sea fog that occurs on the east coast of Scotland in the summer