Which northern dolphin routinely leaps more than 20 feet in the air?
Often seen making long leaps through the water at speeds up to 22 mph (35 […]
Northern Right Whale Dolphin
Which dolphin is the most easily identified?
As the only member of the whale family with no dorsal fin, the Northern Right […]
Which dolphin is often confused with seals?
While it would be difficult to confuse most dolphins for a seal or sea lion, […]
What is the “smoothest” dolphin?
The scientific name Lissodelphis borealis is derived from the Greek word lissos (“smooth”) and the […]
What is the only dolphin without a dorsal fin?
One of the most easily distinguished dolphins in the world due to its lack of […]
Northern Right Whale Dolphin (Lissodelphis borealis)
Northern right whale dolphins are members of the delphinid family and the subfamily Lissodelphinae. They […]