A DOLPHIN has been spotted wearing a singlet or T-shirt off Western Australia’s South West coast.

The Department of Parks and Wildlife was alerted by the Dolphin Discovery Centre, after a member of the public got photos of the dolphin swimming in Koombana Bay, Bunbury, on Australia Day.

Wildlife officers fear the animal was dressed up deliberately and are now searching for it.

The photos show the singlet covering most of the dolphin’s body and its dorsal fin but its blowhole appears uncovered.

However, it’s also possible the singlet was litter, prompting a reminder for people to keep their rubbish out of the water.

It’s illegal to interfere with marine animals under the Wildlife Conservation Act, which carries a maximum penalty of $4000.

Oh no poor dolphin with a t shirt on in our ocean. The coast guard is searching for it. Sounds funny but its not 💔 hope they catch the thug — Angel Khamis 💜 (@Glittermegangel) January 31, 2017