Rough-toothed Dolphin [Steno]
Description
Steno, containing the single species known as the Rough-toothed Dolphin (Steno bredanensis), is named for its unique teeth, which have vertical ridges. These dolphins have a streamlined body, a long beak, and a distinctively falcate dorsal fin. They are typically found in deep tropical and temperate oceans worldwide. Rough-toothed dolphins are known for their sociable nature and often associate with other dolphin species.
Species
Rough-toothed Dolphin [Steno bredanensis]
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