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Irrawaddy Dolphin (Orcaella brevirostris)

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Bluish or brownish grey upper side

Small rounded fin with variable form

Narrow tail stock

Pronounced head with rounded forehead

No distinct beak

Long broad paddle‑like flippers

Light ventral surface, nearly white in murky water

  • Length: Medium dolphin measuring roughly 1.46–2.75 metres

  • Group Size: Small groups averaging three to six individuals

  • Key Features: No beak, rounded head, small triangular dorsal fin

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  • Behaviour: Slow surfacing; flexible neck with visible creases

  • Habitat: Muddy coastal, estuarine, and riverine waters Indo‑Pacific

  • Conservation Status: Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List

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