A rare white dolphin named ‘Cherub’ has been spotted in a Clearwater canal for the first reported time in a year, according to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
canal for the first reported time in a year, according to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
Experts at CMA say Cherub has hypopigmentation. They say the dolphin was born with normal coloring, but over time has lightened significantly. CMA says a Bay Area resident sent in the video of Cherub, who seems to be doing well as it travels with three other dolphins. . Cherub appeared to have a scar on its tail, which marine biologists say was likely due to a shark bite. However, experts don't believe it impacted the animal's ability to swim. "We just really want people to remember that we want to maintain its wild status, allow it to thrive, and especially get past this critical first year of its life," she said. "Most important to boaters, especially if this animal happens to be nearby, we ask they responsibly view it.
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