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Bottlenose Dolphin — printable fact sheet
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Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops truncatus
The Bottlenose Dolphin is a highly intelligent marine mammal known for its playful behavior and complex social structures. It has a robust, streamlined body with a distinctive short, thick beak and a curved dorsal fin. Bottlenose dolphins communicate using a variety of clicks, w…
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- Bottlenose dolphins have been observed using marine sponges as tools to protect their snouts while foraging on the seafloor.
- Bottlenose dolphins can recognize themselves in mirrors, showing a high level of self-awareness. They use echolocation to locate prey and navigate murky waters. Groups of dolphins, called pods, can work together to herd fish and protect each other from predators.
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