📌 Did you know?

👉 Social Creatures: Dolphins are highly social animals and often live in groups called pods. These pods can consist of a few individuals to several hundred dolphins, depending on the species. Social bonds are crucial for their survival and play a significant role in their communication and hunting strategies.

👉 Echolocation Masters: Dolphins use echolocation, a sophisticated sonar system, to navigate and locate prey. They emit clicks and listen for the echoes to determine the location, size, and shape of objects in their environment. This exceptional ability helps them hunt and avoid obstacles in the water.

👉 Playful Nature: Dolphins are known for their playful behavior, often engaging in acrobatic displays, riding waves, and playing with objects like seaweed or bubbles. This playful nature extends to interactions with humans, as dolphins have been observed interacting with swimmers and boats.

👉 Smart Swimmers: Dolphins are considered highly intelligent animals. They exhibit problem-solving skills, use tools, and display self-awareness. Their large brains and complex social structures contribute to their cognitive abilities. Some species, like the bottlenose dolphin, are even known for their ability to learn and perform tasks in captivity.

👉 Diverse Species: There are over 90 different species of dolphins, ranging in size from the tiny Maui’s dolphin to the larger orcas, which are also considered a type of dolphin. Each species has unique characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, showcasing the diversity within the dolphin family.