Heaviside's Dolphin [Cephalorhynchus heavisidii]
Description
Cephalorhynchus heavisidii, or Heaviside's Dolphin, is a small, robust species found in the coastal waters off southwestern Africa. This species is characterized by a unique torpedo-shaped body, a blunt head, and a lack of a beak. They have a dark grey back and a lighter belly, with a distinctive half-moon shaped dorsal fin. Heaviside's dolphins are known for their sociable nature and are often seen in small groups.
Species

Heaviside's Dolphin [Cephalorhynchus heavisidii]
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