Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas is the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean with a diverse selection of restaurants to cater
to every preference and indulgence, but did you know that our dolphins and sea lions also receive freshly prepared,
restaurant-quality meals, every day?
Our beloved marine mammals are treated to a customized wholesome, and nutritious diet every day. Yes, you heard it right – even our aquatic residents get the VIP treatment in the culinary department!
The health and wellbeing of the animals who call Atlantis home is a top priority. Behind the scenes at Dolphin Cay, a team of experts, including medical professionals and behavioral specialists, collaborate with a specialized marine animal nutritionist to craft a menu fit for aquatic royalty. It's not just about calories; it's about providing the perfect balance of vitamins and minerals for our dolphins and sea lions to thrive. The medical team fine-tunes the fish ratio based on each animals’ weight, health, and stage of life, while the behavioral team closely monitors their response to diet changes.
Our dedicated team of animal behaviorists start as early as 5 a.m.to prepare sustainably sourced, sushi-grade fish like capelin, herring, and mullet. They meticulously rinse, sort, and weigh nearly 1,000 lbs. of fish - that’s equal to four grand pianos! The team ensures that only the finest fish makes the cut.
Our Dolphin Cay fish kitchen adheres to the same health and safety standards as our premium restaurants. It undergoes a daily deep cleaning, with inspections that would make any chef proud. Throughout the day, our marine mammal team plays the role of culinary critic, inspecting each fish to ensure it maintains its high quality before serving it to our animals.
Whether a dolphin has jumped, played, or just socialized all day, every animal is offered their full daily diet. So, the next time you're savoring the culinary wonders at Atlantis, remember – it's not just about our human guests. Our resident dolphins dine on the highest quality fish, fit for these superstars of the sea.
So, the next time you're savoring the culinary wonders at Atlantis, remember – it's not just about our human guests.
Our resident dolphins dine on the highest quality fish, fit for these superstars of the sea.