Dolphin which methodical name is delphinus delphis usually grows 2m - 4m (6.5ft - 13ft). Dolphin is a mammal that inhabits temperate coastal waters, harbours and bays. It has a smooth skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore. The average weight is 100kg - 300kg (220lbs - 660lbs). These mammals usually live 20 - 45 years. The maximum speed it can reach is 40km/h (25mph).
Facts about dolphins
Name | Dolphin |
Predators | Human, sharks, killer whale |
Colour | Black, white, grey |
Scientific Name | Delphinus delphis |
Skin Type | Smooth |
Phylum | Chordata |
Family | Delphinidae |
Habitat | Temperate coastal waters, harbours and bays |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Diet | Carnivore |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Type | Mammal |
Lifestyle | Pod |
Weight | 100kg - 300kg (220lbs - 660lbs) |
Order | Cetacean |
Top Speed | 40km/h (25mph) |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Life Span | 20 - 45 years |
Size (L) | 2m - 4m (6.5ft - 13ft) |
Main Prey | Fish, crab, squid |
Distinctive Features | Rounded dorsal in and striped skin |
Class | Mammalia |