Atlantic White-sided Dolphin [Lagenorhynchus acutus]
Description
Lagenorhynchus acutus, known as the Atlantic White-sided Dolphin, features a unique color pattern with a dark back, white belly, and distinctive yellow or tan patches on the sides. These medium-sized dolphins are found in the cold temperate waters of the North Atlantic. They are highly social and often seen in large groups, engaging in acrobatic displays and vocalizations. Their diet primarily consists of fish and squid.
Species

Atlantic White-sided Dolphin [Lagenorhynchus acutus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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Class |
Mammals
Mammalia
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Order |
Cetaceans
Cetacea
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Family |
Oceanic dolphins
Delphinidae
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Statistics
- Species 1