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The Miami Seaquarium Mourns the Passing of Bimini, a 26-Year-Old Common Bottlenosed Dolphin

Bimini, aged 26, faced respiratory issues since 2006 and inspired many visitors; experts conducted a necropsy to understand her passing, Miami Seaquarium said.

  • On Tuesday, Bimini, a 26-year-old common bottlenose dolphin, died at the Miami Seaquarium under the care of the park's marine mammal specialists.
  • On Sunday, September 14, Bimini developed a sudden loss of appetite, prompting 24-hour monitoring; she had ongoing respiratory issues since 2006 and was diagnosed with rib fractures and pneumonia in 2021.
  • In accordance with protocols, Miami Seaquarium notified the U.S. Department of Agriculture and other authorities and arranged for a necropsy at a nearby university, while owners thanked veterinary professionals, trainers and Miami Seaquarium staff along with the local community and visitors for their support.
  • Miami-Dade County officials confirmed the death of a 'chronically ill' dolphin and said the county was notified shortly after September 14, 2025; Miami Seaquarium reiterated its commitment to animal welfare and transparency.
  • The Dolphin Company earlier this year filed for Chapter 11 following USDA findings, while Miami-Dade County seeks lease termination citing a 'long and troubling history of violations,' with support from animal welfare groups.
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The Miami Seaquarium Mourns the Passing of Bimini, a 26-Year-Old Common Bottlenosed Dolphin

Bimini, a common bottlenosed dolphin, passed away at the age of 26 under the attentive care of experts at the Miami Seaquarium.Early in Bimini's life she acquired a chronic condition, tracheal stenosis, which put her at increased risk for acute…

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NBC Miami broke the news in Miami, United States on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
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