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First Sighting of Pelorus Jack
- When
- 1888
- Where
- French Pass
Pelorus Jack was first seen in 1888 appearing before the schooner Brindle near French Pass in Cook Strait.
The dolphin appeared in front of the schooner Brindle as it approached French Pass, a dangerous channel between D'Urville Island and the South Island. This event initiated his long-term association with ships navigating the route between Wellington and Nelson.
Sources
- Pelorus Jack Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-18
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