Dolphin (delphinus delphis) is a mammal type animal. It inhabits temperate coastal waters, harbours and bays. The weight of this animal is about 100kg - 300kg (220lbs - 660lbs) and lives for 20 - 45 years. Human, sharks, killer whale predators are the dangerous creatures for dolphins. See the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about dolphins
Name | Dolphin |
Order | Cetacean |
Diet | Carnivore |
Habitat | Temperate coastal waters, harbours and bays |
Scientific Name | Delphinus delphis |
Skin Type | Smooth |
Size (L) | 2m - 4m (6.5ft - 13ft) |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Distinctive Features | Rounded dorsal in and striped skin |
Weight | 100kg - 300kg (220lbs - 660lbs) |
Phylum | Chordata |
Main Prey | Fish, crab, squid |
Colour | Black, white, grey |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Predators | Human, sharks, killer whale |
Type | Mammal |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Family | Delphinidae |
Life Span | 20 - 45 years |
Lifestyle | Pod |
Class | Mammalia |
Top Speed | 40km/h (25mph) |