Mimmo the dolphin faces threat from overtourism in Venice
Published date: Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:38:01 +0700A solitary bottlenose dolphin, nicknamed Mimmo, is reportedly under threat from overtourism in Venice.
The creature has drawn attention in the Venetian Lagoon since first being spotted in June 2025.
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Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy |
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26/02/2026 |
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