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Dolphins have wounded four people in a spate of attacks off the coast of Japan, according to reports in the local media.
The Japanese daily Asahi newspaper, citing local police, said a dolphin injured a man in his 60s who was taking an early morning swim on Sunday off the popular Suishohama Beach in Mihama, Fukui prefecture.
The man was swimming five metres (16 feet) offshore with a friend when the dolphin rammed into him, according to Tsuruga Police Station.
He reportedly suffered broken ribs and bites to the hand.


That same morning, a dolphin bit another man in his 40s on his arm, the report said. It is not clear if it was the same dolphin on both occasions.
The BBC reported that two other people were attacked in the same location that day, but it did not have details on the incidents.
Local authorities say they have so far recorded six dolphin attacks on humans this year, the Asahi newspaper reported.
And last year authorities installed ultrasonic transmitters at Koshino Beach in Fukui prefecture after a series of dolphin attacks, Local authorities said that beachgoers had sometimes attempted to approach and pet the dolphins, it was reported at the time.
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Dolphins are highly intelligent mammals, generally known for their friendly behaviour towards humans.
But American Oceans, a US conservation group, says dolphins can become aggressive if they believe they are in danger or their territory is threatened.
“Dolphins are wild animals and may see humans as a potential threat to their territory or prey,” it said, adding: “In some cases, dolphins may also attack humans as a form of play or amusement, which can be dangerous due to their size and strength.”
It’s unclear from the reports what kind of dolphin is believed to be responsible for the recent attacks.
This article was first published by Business Insider


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No fewer than four people were attacked by dolphins on Sunday at Suishohama Beach in Japan’s Fukui prefecture, according to reports
One victim in his 60s was left with broken ribs and a mauled hand. It’s unclear whether the same dolphin was behind all four attacks


No fewer than four people were attacked by dolphins at Suishohama Beach on Sunday, according to reports. One victim in his 60s was left with broken ribs and a mauled hand.


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