Dolphin’s Playful Push Sends Paddleboarder Splashing

BY LINNEA 8 JUNE 2023

The Scene: The paddleboarder was peacefully cruising on the serene waters off a popular beach....

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....totally unaware of the aquatic surprise that awaited him.

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The video: A stunning piece of oceanic photobombing....

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...showcases a pod of dolphins swimming gracefully past the unsuspecting paddleboarder.

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As the pod glides, one cheeky dolphin, perhaps looking for aquatic amusement..

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..gives the board a nudge, tipping the paddleboarder into the crystal-clear water below.

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The Internet has been abuzz with this delightful clip.

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It serves as a gentle reminder of the unpredictability of nature and underscores the playful intelligence of dolphins.

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