Dolphin Research Center

Dolphin Research Center Dolphin Research Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, education, rescue, and research facility.

Founded in 1984 as a nonprofit marine mammal education and research facility, we are home to a family of dolphins and California sea lions in the heart of the fabulous Florida Keys.

Happy 3 year Anniversary to Ziggy and Speedy! We love seeing your personality come out more each day. We can’t wait to s...
02/07/2025

Happy 3 year Anniversary to Ziggy and Speedy! We love seeing your personality come out more each day. We can’t wait to see you both thrive for many, many more years at DRC! Donate below to celebrate these boys’ anniversary!

Our dolphins jump for joy when they get to spend time with DRC’s training staff! The connection between the animals and ...
02/07/2025

Our dolphins jump for joy when they get to spend time with DRC’s training staff! The connection between the animals and their trainers is evident and truly shows the love and respect between species. DRC is grateful for all our trainers who put their heart and soul into providing our animals with fun and exciting sessions for our animals to grow and learn! If you want to witness the connection between our trainers and animals and be a part of the daily magic that happens on sessions, be sure to check out our Ultimate Trainer for a Day program where you get to be alongside our Animal Care and Training staff at https://dolphins.org/program?id=3. Thank you to all our training staff! You are awesome! 🐬

Happy Arrival Anniversary Louie! We are so happy you joined our family 14 years ago. Louie was the first dolphin found a...
02/06/2025

Happy Arrival Anniversary Louie! We are so happy you joined our family 14 years ago. Louie was the first dolphin found alive after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill off the coast of Louisiana. Louie had to be rehabilitated and was given only a 5% chance of survival. Fortunately, he beat the odds and was in need of his forever home. We are grateful that it was DRC! We love you Louie! Celebrate his anniversary with us by donating below.

2025 DolphinCamp 10-12 and DolphinCamp 13-14 is OPEN! Scholarships are also available. Learn more at the link in bio or ...
02/05/2025

2025 DolphinCamp 10-12 and DolphinCamp 13-14 is OPEN! Scholarships are also available. Learn more at the link in bio or at www.dolphins.org/dolphin_camp.

Send some early Valentine's Day love to others from DRC! 💝
02/04/2025

Send some early Valentine's Day love to others from DRC! 💝

Thinking about proposing to that special someone? Want to enlist the help of a dolphin? At Dolphin Research Center, we a...
02/01/2025

Thinking about proposing to that special someone? Want to enlist the help of a dolphin? At Dolphin Research Center, we are able to help out with your engagement and make it a very special one-of-a-kind moment! 💘

2025 Adult DolphinLab Application period is OPEN! DolphinLab has been around for decades and there is a reason why! This...
01/31/2025

2025 Adult DolphinLab Application period is OPEN!

DolphinLab has been around for decades and there is a reason why! This program is for those who just can't get enough learning, hands-on and interactive experiences, all while supporting conservation at a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Scholarships are also available. Learn more at the link in bio or at www.dolphins.org/dolphinlab_adult

Happy Thursday from Talon!
01/30/2025

Happy Thursday from Talon!

Happy 15th Birthday Luna! 🎉You continue to impress us with your athleticism and smarts! This year, the day is doubly mag...
01/29/2025

Happy 15th Birthday Luna! 🎉You continue to impress us with your athleticism and smarts! This year, the day is doubly magical since your birthday also falls on the Lunar New Year! We love you to the moon and back! 🌙 Donate below to help celebrate Luna's birthday with us!

We love seeing smiles and special moments be formed between our guests and animal family! What are some of your favorite...
01/28/2025

We love seeing smiles and special moments be formed between our guests and animal family! What are some of your favorite DRC memories? Leave a comment below.

Pictured: Pandora

HIRING Facility Maintenance Staff (Full-time, Permanent)https://dolphins.org/career_opportunitiesDolphin Research Center...
01/27/2025

HIRING Facility Maintenance Staff (Full-time, Permanent)
https://dolphins.org/career_opportunities

Dolphin Research Center (DRC) currently has a full-time opening for an Facilities Maintenance Apprentice. DRC is a not-for-profit education and research facility dedicated to teaching, learning and caring about marine mammals and the environment we share.

Position Responsibilities:
Major duties of this position in our Animal Care and Habitat Department may include, but are not limited to, the following:

-Maintenance of buildings, equipment, vehicles, and boats.
-Attend to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and automotive needs.
-Assist with land and water construction projects.
-Cleaning, maintenance, and repair of floating docks and in water fencing.
-Maintain and repair filtration systems.
-Maintain records and systems.
-Maintenance and repair of netting and dive equipment.
-Assist with stocking fish within freezer.
-Participate on Manatee Rescue Team.
-Perform safe removal of sea life from lagoons.
-Support Medical and Animal Care and Training staff with care of dolphins, sea lion, exotic birds, and other DRC animals, including but not limited to weighing animals, transferring to different lagoons/habitats, in-water medical check-ups, etc.

Qualifications:
-Successful candidate will be a flexible, responsible, organized, and motivated individual who demonstrates excellent “team player” skills.
-Must be physically fit, able to lift 75 pounds, and have a high comfort level in the water. Must be dedicated to the animals’ care, safety and well-being at all times.
-Will either be diver certified or be willing to become diver certified.
-Must possess general “handy-man” skills, knowledge of dive equipment maintenance is a plus.
-Must have a clean driving record.
-Must be able to work outdoors in the Florida heat and other extreme weather conditions.

Benefits:
DRC currently offers medical benefits, life and disability insurance plan, a 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and overtime, as well as personal growth and training opportunities. Pay is based on experience. DRC seeks to provide for the well-being of its employees and our wage combined with our generous benefits creates a competitive total package that is right for our environment. DRC is a 501(c)(3) qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. To see if you qualify for student loan forgiveness, please visit https://studentloans.gov/mydirectloan/pslfflow.action.

Today marks a decade since the arrival of this spunky, little, spotted lady, Summer! We are so grateful to have her be a...
01/27/2025

Today marks a decade since the arrival of this spunky, little, spotted lady, Summer! We are so grateful to have her be a special part of our animal family and for DRC to be her forever home! We love you Summer! Join us by celebrating her 10th anniversary by donating below.

Flagler hopes you have a ball this weekend!
01/24/2025

Flagler hopes you have a ball this weekend!

Anyone that has been to DRC, has seen how the dolphins use symbols (like their nametag) to determine which dock they are...
01/23/2025

Anyone that has been to DRC, has seen how the dolphins use symbols (like their nametag) to determine which dock they are going to be at for that session. Cayo's symbol happens to be a heart! 🩷 With Valentine's Day right around the corner, you might also be looking for gift ideas for that special someone!
Our gift shop has a number of options but our dolphin replica tail fluke pendants are a great way to show your love to someone with something they can wear close to their heart at https://dolphinresearchcenter.square.site/shop/dolphin-fluke-pendants-and-charm-whistles/10?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc!

Ranger, Pandora, and Calusa are jumping for joy! We are halfway through the week!
01/22/2025

Ranger, Pandora, and Calusa are jumping for joy! We are halfway through the week!

Address

58901 Overseas Highway
Marathon, FL
33050

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/dolphinresearchcenter

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Learn more about the details of the Professional Animal Trainer Certificate Program and ask questions LIVE! https://dolphins.org/drcti_professional_trainer_certificate_program

Join us to learn more about Dolphin Academy with Dolphin Training Institute DRCTI’s Dean Noelle Belden. https://dolphins.org/drcti_dolphin_academy

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DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT this giving season! Thanks to a generous donor, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $15,000 USD. LINK IN BIO or visit https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E331449&id=22 #givingtuesday #donate #nonprofit #dolphins #marinemammals #animallover #animals #lovefl #animalrescue #animalsanctuary

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Successful Manatee Rescue! On October 18th, DRC’s Manatee Rescue team, FWC, and Aquarium Encounters worked together to rescue a 11ft long, 1,550lb female manatee who was stranded in shallow water at Coco Plum Beach in Marathon. She had previous injuries that can be seen on her tail paddle and scarring on her back. She was assessed and soon made her way to SeaWorld for her rehabilitation. Support the DRC Manatee Rescue Team by donating. #wildlife #manatee #flkeys #manatees #marinemammal #animalrescue #wildanimals #marinemammalrescue #rescue #wildliferescue

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