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Edge Innovations has responded to this landscape by proposing a sustainable alternative: replacing real marine animals with advanced robotic counterparts. Their current project involves deploying Del in a major Chinese coastal city, aiming not just to mimic real dolphins but to create entirely new experiences that leverage robotics technology. The cost of a robotic dolphin ranges between three and five million dollars, a hefty investment upfront; however, over a decade, it proves far more economical than maintaining live animals, considering feeding, health care, and other ongoing expenses.