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| Dolphins belong to the group called phylum Chordata. | |
Dolphins live their whole lives in water. Most species are found in fresh water. |
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There are 64 species of dolphins. Each species has a color pattern. These colors range from a solid gray of Atlantic bottlenose dolphin to the more colorful gray and white pattern of the Atlantic whitesided dolphin or the spotted dolphin. |
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A Dolphin breathes through a blow hole which is located on the top of it's head. The blow hole is not connected to the mouth or throat. |
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Dolphins can reach a speed of 22 mph in the open ocean. |
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Dolphins can hold their breath for 12 minutes. |
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Dolphins can dive to depths of 900 feet. |
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