Dolphin attacked by shark in Melbourne Beach dies, marine officials say

Dolphin bitten by shark dies in Melbourne Beach

The Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute cared for the stranded dolphin for hours, but ultimately, the female dolphin died.

MELBOURNE BEACH, Fla. - A dolphin attacked by a shark in Melbourne Beach did not survive, according to marine officials.

The Hubbs Florida Marine Mammal Stranding Team said officials responded to a stranded younger female dolphin that had numerous shark bites in Melbourne Beach Monday morning.

Officials said the dolphin had labored breathing and was visibly not doing well.

Officials said for four hours the dolphin was cared for before the mammal died.

Dolphin bitten by shark in Melbourne Beach dies

A dolphin attacked by a shark in Melbourne Beach did not survive, according to marine officials. Courtesy: Hubbs Florida Marine Mammal Stranding Team

The Hubbs team said in a Facebook post that it thanks the veterinarian team from SeaWorld.

Necropsy results are expected later in the week.

Dolphin attacked by shark dies

A dolphin attacked by a shark in Melbourne Beach did not survive, according to marine officials. Courtesy: Hubbs Florida Marine Mammal Stranding Team

Hubbs officials said in the post, "Strandings are not always easy, but we appreciate the immense support from each of you, which allows us to continue our critical work."