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Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis)

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Grey cape with

pointed tip

Tall pointed fin, pale center

Pale grey patch to tail

Forehead noticeably higher than beak

Streamlined body

Dark stripe along

lower jaw

Curved dark flippers on pale body

Creamy underside extends up sides

Yellow front, grey back, hourglass

Long narrow beak,

pale tip

  • Length: Medium dolphin measuring roughly 1.7–2.4 metres

  • Group Size: Highly social, forming groups of dozens to hundreds

  • Key Features: Distinct hourglass pattern, long beak, sleek body

  • Behaviour: Fast, energetic swimmer; frequently bow‑rides vessels

  • Habitat: Warm‑temperate to tropical offshore and coastal waters

  • Conservation Status: Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List

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