When Evan Pender sneaks below the surface of the water to dive off the coast of Ireland, he enters a vast, otherworldly place few will ever have the opportunity to visit. And although Evan usually dives alone, he quickly gains company in the water.
An unusual companion
Almost every time Pender dives, he meets a friendly, a wild dolphin named Dusty that rises from the depths to greet him.
“He enjoys my company.”
Dusty has been a fixture on this stretch of coast for over 20 years, known for her occasional interaction with people. But her interest in Evan seems to be motivated by much more than just curiosity … As Pender dives under the water, the dolphin is eager to greet him.
I never look for Dusty when I get into the water. She finds me herself, so she must enjoy my company. – Evan Pender admits.
Evan often spends hours in the water with Dusty, exploring the underwater world with her, but always on her terms!
All contact between me and Dusty is initiated by her. I never touched her all this time. I would not like to upset the balance of our relationship by this. – says Evan Pender.
All contact between me and Dusty is initiated by her. I never touched her all this time. I would not like to upset the balance of our relationship by this. – says Evan Pender.
It is thanks to trust and respect that Evan and Dusty's friendship blossomed so much, as you can see with the naked by eye!
One day while diving with a dolphin by his side, Evan briefly took off one of the fins he was carrying. Dusty seemed very surprised at all of this. Perhaps it was only then that she realized that her fin would not be detachable … The thought was clearly in Dusty's mind, even after parting ways with Evan. The next day, when Pender returned to the water, Dusty appeared. off, carrying another fin found, which was supposed to be a gift. Soon, the couple played a game similar to Fetch.
Here's a video of Evan and Dusty in action:
At this point, the bond between Evan and the dolphin strengthened even more!
Thanks to Dusty and such interactions, it became clear that there are not only beautiful views in the ocean, but also real emotions!
I feel at home under the water. I love being around Dusty and our friendship grows stronger and stronger. – added Evan Pender.
