Common Bottlenose Dolphin

Common Bottlenose Dolphin

Tursiops truncatus

Least Concern

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DESCRIPTION

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin is a robust dolphin characterized by its short, stocky snout and grey coloration with a paler underbelly. Highly intelligent and social, these dolphins form complex fission-fusion societies. They are found globally in temperate and tropical marine waters, and are known for their active swimming, leaps, and use of echolocation for hunting.

Max Length 4 m
Max Weight 650 kg
Lifespan 20 - 60 years
Habitat Coastal zone, deep water, open water, and coral reef
Depth Range 0 - 1000 m
Diet Carnivore
Activity Cathemeral
Social Behavior Mixed behavour
Range

Where Common Bottlenose Dolphin has been recorded

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Common Bottlenose Dolphin

Where can you see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin can be seen at 41 dive destinations in 10 countries. The best spots include Andros Barrier Reef (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas), Exuma Cays (Bahamas), Hurghada (Egypt), and Protea Banks (South Africa).

What is the best time to see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin is most often seen at Great Blue Hole from May to August.

Can you see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin all year round?

Yes. At Andros Barrier Reef, Bimini, Exuma Cays, Hurghada, and Protea Banks, the Common Bottlenose Dolphin is seen all year round.

Where can you see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin in Bahamas?

In Bahamas, you can see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin at Andros Barrier Reef, Bimini, Exuma Cays, Long Island, Nassau, and Tiger Beach.

Where can you see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin in Mexico?

In Mexico, you can see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin at Revillagigedo Islands, Socorro Islands, Baja California Sur, Cozumel, Holbox, and Isla Mujeres.

Where can you see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin in Egypt?

In Egypt, you can see the Common Bottlenose Dolphin at Hurghada, Abu Dabbab, Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, Elphinstone Reef, and Sharm el-Sheikh.

How big does the Common Bottlenose Dolphin get?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin can reach up to 4 m in length and 650 kg in weight.

What habitat does the Common Bottlenose Dolphin live in?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin is found in these habitats: coastal zone, deep water, open water, and coral reef.

How deep does the Common Bottlenose Dolphin live?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin lives from the surface down to 1000 m.

What does the Common Bottlenose Dolphin eat?

Feeds on other animals, from fish to crustaceans or molluscs depending on the species.

When is the Common Bottlenose Dolphin most active?

Active in irregular bursts around the clock, by day and by night alike. There is no single best hour to look for it.

How long does the Common Bottlenose Dolphin live?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin lives 20 to 60 years.

What is the conservation status of the Common Bottlenose Dolphin?

The Common Bottlenose Dolphin is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

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