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Spinner Dolphin

Stenella longirostris

Photo by NayNay
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Field Notes

Description:

Spinner Dolphins are famous for their acrobatic displays in which they spin longitudinally along their axis as they leap through the air. We were actually lucky enough this day to witness a dolphin giving birth. Such a rare and wonderful sight!

Habitat:

Found in off-shore tropical waters around the world.

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PublishedMay 10, 2011

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