Off the coast of Dana Point in Southern California, a rare phenomenon known as a “dolphin stampede” was captured on video. In the footage, a pod of around 5,000 dolphins were seen swimming next to each other in an exhilarating display. Dana Point was crowned the dolphin and whale watching capital of the world in 2019, making it the perfect location to witness such a spectacle. Dolphin stampedes typically occur when hundreds to thousands of dolphins leap in and out of the water in unison. The tour agency, Capt. Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari, has captured many dolphin stampedes in recent years, with witnesses describing the scene as both exhilarating and humbling. While the reason for these stampedes remains unknown, seeing these dolphins in their natural habitat, racing through the water, is truly spectacular. The tour agency encourages people to experience this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for themselves. Dana Point has always been home to dolphin stampedes, and witnessing this incredible display is both heart-stopping and thrilling. It is a moment that captures the beauty and power of these majestic creatures in their natural environment.
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Video captures stunning ‘dolphin stampede’ off the coast of Dana Point, California
