spinner+dolphin

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Habitat- Spinner dolphins live in the ocean

Range- They are mostly found in the Pacific ocean

Physical characteristics- Spinner dolphins look like a regular dolphin with a longer nose. Adults range from 129cm to 235cm and weigh 23kg to 78kg. Has darker marks on the tail,back and throat. Their life span is over 20 years.

Diet- Spinner dolphins Eat squid and a variety of fish.

Behavior and Adaptations-If dolphins are attacked by sharks they hit the sharks gills over and over again with their snout.

Reproduction- They can only produce one calf by sexually reproducing. Feed themselves and their young at night. Then they take care of them during the day.

Relationship to people- If they are caught in a tuna net they are used for food. We use them for entertainment in areas like Water World. Spinner dolphins can be domesticated.

Status- They are endangered.

History- Don't have any known ancestors.

Sources- Book .Walker,Lewis"Types of Dolphins".World Book.5.Chicago,IL.2004.Many have sharp teeth.



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on the left mother and right baby calf.