Dusky Dolphin Facts

Class:Mammalia
Order:Cetacea
Family:Delphinidae
Genus:Lagenorhynchus
Scientific Name:Lagenorhynchus obscurus
Common Name:Dusky Dolphin
Group:Mammal
Number Of Species:3
Location:Across the southern hemisphere
Habitat:Cooler waters near continental shelves
Colour:Grey, Blue, Black, White
Skin Type:Smooth
Size (L):1.6m - 2.1m
Weight:80kg - 120kg
Top Speed:37kph
Diet:Carnivore
Prey:Anchovies, Sardines, Squid
Predators:Killer Whales, Sharks, Humans
Lifestyle:Diurnal/Nocturnal
Group Behaviour:Pod
Life Span:18 - 25 years
Age Of Sexual Maturity:4 - 5 years
Gestation Period:11 months
Average Litter Size:1
Name Of Young:Calf
Age Of Weaning:18 months
Conservation Status:Data Deficient
Estimated Population Size:Not Known
Biggest Threat:Hunting and commercial fishing

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