The search for much-loved dolphin Fungie has resumed in Co Kerry, where the famous sea mammal has been missing for five days.

The search for much-loved dolphin Fungie has resumed in Co Kerry, where the famous sea mammal has been missing for five days.
There is mounting concern for the wellbeing of Fungie, who has been an ever-present feature at the mouth of Dingle Harbour since 1983. 
Yesterday, up to six boats continued to search for the wild dolphin, extending the area to cover a 12km stretch of sea along the west Kerry coast. 
Boatmen told RTÉ it is extremely unusual for Fungie to have left the mouth of the harbour for this length of time.
They said the most they have ever had to search for him in the past is five to six hours. The dolphin has been missing since Tuesday.
There was a potential sighting of him by a fishing boat early Thursday morning, but there have been no further sightings reported. 
A wild bottlenose dolphin, Fungie first arrived in Dingle in 1983. His friendly nature and eagerness to interact with humans helped establish Dingle as a major tourist destination, with people coming from far and wide to see the lively dolphin. 
Concern is growing in Dingle town, where many locals rely on the tourism spin-off generated by the dolphin.
Up to 12 boats operate daily trips, employing over 50 people. The trips also generate substantial footfall for restaurants, pubs, gift shops, hotels and guest houses. 
Dingle boatmen will continue searching for Funghie throughout today.