The fifth volume in Pringle's series about contemporary biologists at work focuses on the life and work of Randy Wells, manager of the Marine Mammal Research Program based in Sarasota, Florida. Accompanied by color photographs, a concise text describes the scientists' day-to-day work, in addition to what their research has taught them about the free-ranging dolphin community. (Ages 7-11)

For use in schools and libraries only. Recounts the life of dolphin expert Randy Wells, describes the life cycle of the dolphin, and discusses his efforts to release dolphins.