The Lost Baby Dolphin

    By Aditi

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    30 Oct, 2023

    Once upon a time, in the azure depths of the Pacific Ocean, lived a cheerful family of dolphins. Mumma Dolphin, Papa Dolphin, and Baby Dolphin loved swimming together, exploring the vast ocean.

    One sunny day, the three of them decided to have a fun family swim. They dived, twirled, and raced, enjoying the warm waters.

    During their frolicking, Baby Dolphin swam towards a colorful patch, drawn by its hues. It was the Pacific garbage patch, a dangerous place for sea creatures.

    Unaware of the danger, Baby Dolphin got entangled in a discarded fishing net. Scared and unable to free himself, he cried out for help.

    Hearing his cries, Mumma Dolphin and Papa Dolphin rushed towards him. They tried to free him, but the net was too strong.

    Seeing their struggle, other dolphins nearby came to help. They all pushed and pulled, but the net remained unbroken.

    Realizing they needed more help, Papa Dolphin decided to seek assistance from humans. He remembered a group of kind humans who often visited the ocean.

    Papa Dolphin led the group to the human's boat. They leaped and splashed, trying to get the humans' attention. The humans noticed the distressed dolphins and followed them.

    They reached the garbage patch and saw Baby Dolphin trapped in the net. Immediately, they started working to free him, using their tools carefully.

    After what seemed like hours, Baby Dolphin was finally free. He swam back to his parents, relieved and happy. The dolphins thanked the humans with joyful jumps and flips.

    The humans promised to clean up the garbage patch and help protect the ocean. They waved goodbye to the dolphins and sailed back, leaving the dolphins to their home.

    Overjoyed by their reunion, the dolphins decided to have a grand feast. They invited all their friends and together, they feasted on squids, fishes, and prawns.

    The ocean was filled with happiness and laughter that day. The dolphins celebrated, cherishing their unity and the safe return of Baby Dolphin.

    Their adventure taught them the importance of teamwork and the kindness of humans. They promised to help each other always, keeping their ocean clean and safe.