Friendships among male bottlenose dolphins can last a lifetime. | National Geographic

A fisherman in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, recently spotted and filmed a rare pink bottlenose dolphin, leaving locals and scientists amazed. The dolphin’s unusual color is believed to be caused by albinism, a rare genetic condition. Many believe it could be “Pinky,” a famous albino dolphin first seen in Louisiana in 2007, or possibly her offspring. Such sightings are extremely rare, with only a handful ever recorded in the Gulf. Experts urge people to admire the dolphin from a distance to avoid d