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
Heaviside's Dolphin [Cephalorhynchus heavisidii]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Mammals
Mammalia
Order Cetaceans
Cetacea
Family Oceanic dolphins
Delphinidae
Statistics
  • Species 1