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The Dusky Dolphin is a
coastal dolphin. It can be found in the Southern Hemisphere near
the shores of South America, South Africa and New Zealand. The Dusky Dolphin has
a spindle shaped body and the snout is short and isn't really
distinct and it is rather well rounded. The dorsal fin is medium
high, falcate and a bit more vertical then the other species. The
flukes are small compared to the rest of the body, and the
pectorals are extended from the dolphin's body. There are 24 to 36
small coned shaped teeth on each jaw of this dolphin.
The back and snout are a dark grey. While the stomach is usually
white. The top of the flanks are a light grey, and the upper part
of the dorsal is a light grey. The
pectorals, and the
flukes are
also dark grey.
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DOLPH-O-METER |
| Size
of adult: |
4ft
6in to 5ft 9in |
| size
of newborn |
2ft |
| weight
of adult: |
285lbs.
to 305lbs. |
| Weight
of newborn: |
11lbs. |
| Habitat: |
Southern
Hemisphere, South America, South Africa,
and New Zealand |
| Lifespan: |
Unknown |
| Food: |
Pelagic fish, Anchovies, and
octopus |
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