Dolphin 2018
Dolphins are quick, agile swimmers, often jumping impressively over the water surface.
Underwater, they produce high-pitched whistling and clicking sounds to create echoes. Thats how they orient themselves and track down prey. Dolphins are very social and often seek physical contact with their families.
Fun fact
Dolphins enjoy surfing on the bow waves of ships.
Scientific facts
- Scientific name: Tursiops truncatus
- Global home: Worldwide
- Conservation status: Least concern
- Primary habitat: Sea
