Mammals & birds
Dusky Dolphin
Lagenorhynchus obscurus
Also known as: Beakless Dolphin, Notched-fin Dolphin
ALSO KNOWN AS
- Beakless Dolphin
- Notched-fin Dolphin
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Overview
Found in pairs to large pods, over coastal and inshore waters, of the continental shelf and slope.
They feed on fish and squid.
Widespread Antarctic, Atlantic Ocean, Indo-Pacific
Dolphins are very social animals and curious of divers.
They feed by echo location usually on schooling pelagic fish.
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How to identify
- Fins & Tail
- notched fin
Tap any trait to see other fish that share it.
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Indo-Pacific, Atlantic Ocean, Southern Ocean
- Country only · 3
LIVES IN
Found in pairs to large pods, over coastal and inshore waters, of the continental shelf and slope.
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Adult photos 3
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ALL STAGES
FOR THE MARINE-BIOLOGY CURIOUS
Deep dive
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