Family: |
Delphinidae (marine or true dolphins) |
Max. size: |
260 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 225 kg |
Environment: |
pelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 759 m, non-migratory |
Distribution: |
Atlantic Ocean and Indo-Pacific. Tropical, subtropical. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
In offshore waters. Generally in herds of fewer than 50 individuals (Ref. 801). Feeds on fish and squid; occasionally they attack other dolphins (Ref. 1394). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 13 March 2017 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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