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Common Dolphin

Delphinus delphis

Common dolphins are fast swimmers with a playful nature. They live in groups called pods.

Habitat: Warm and temperate seas.

Appearance

The Common Dolphin has a sleek body with a striking hourglass pattern on its sides, typically dark grey or black on top and white underneath, with a yellowish patch at the front. It features a distinct, slender snout, making it easily identifiable.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCetaceaFamilyDelphinidaeGenusDelphinus
Common Dolphin
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Common Dolphin

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

A baby dolphin is born tail-first to help it reach the surface quickly for air!

Common Dolphins can hold their breath underwater for up to 8 minutes!

They often leap high out of the water, performing acrobatic twists!

They often swim in massive groups, sometimes numbering thousands!

Special abilities

Ability

Sonar Navigator

Common Dolphins can 'see' with sound (echolocation) that helps them locate fish and navigate in dark or murky waters.

Ability

Pod Power

Common Dolphins have strong social bonds that help them cooperatively hunt large schools of fish and protect each other.

Ability

Hydrodynamic Speedster

Common Dolphins have a streamlined body shape that helps them cut through water incredibly fast to catch prey.

Measurements & details

Length
170-240 cm
Weight
70-110 kg
Lifespan
20-40 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Litter Size
1
Gestation
300-330 days

Diet & Feeding

These agile swimmers primarily feast on small, schooling fish and tasty squid found in the ocean.

Primary Foods

  • sardines
  • anchovies
  • mackerel
  • squid
  • hake

Foraging Method

  • Pursuit

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Hourglass DolphinShort-beaked Common Dolphin

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Do not try to touch wild dolphins.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Common Dolphin?

170-240 cm

How much does Common Dolphin weigh?

70-110 kg

How long does Common Dolphin live?

20-40 years

How fast can Common Dolphin move?

60 km/h

What does Common Dolphin eat?

These agile swimmers primarily feast on small, schooling fish and tasty squid found in the ocean.

Where is Common Dolphin usually found?

Warm and temperate seas.

How does Common Dolphin hunt?

Pursuit

How many babies does Common Dolphin usually have?

1

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