Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife Sanctuary
Manteo, NC
Wildlife Sanctuary in Dare, North Carolina
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Updated October 31, 2026
Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research
Wildlife Sanctuary
Kill Devil Hills, NC
Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research conducts long-term photo-identification studies of bottlenose dolphins and funds field research through $50 Adopt-A-Dolphin kits.
- Supporting bottlenose dolphin conservation in the Outer Banks
- Learning about dolphin population ecology, movements, health, and behavior
- Adopting an identified Outer Banks dolphin through a tax-deductible sponsorship
Alligator River Wildlife Refuge
Wildlife Sanctuary
East Lake, NC
Wildlife Sanctuary in nearby counties
FAQ
How much does it cost to adopt an Outer Banks dolphin?
Adopt-A-Dolphin kits cost $50, and the donations support field research expenses.
Does the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research have aquarium exhibits or animal housing?
No. Its work focuses on field research, including dolphin movements, health, behavior, and habitat use, rather than aquarium admission or animal exhibits.
Where can I report a stranded marine mammal in the Outer Banks?
The center accepts marine mammal stranding reports from Currituck County through Hyde County.