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Striped Dolphin

Striped Dolphin

Stenella coeruleoalba

A small to medium-sized oceanic dolphin species characterized by distinct blue and white coloration, known for its agile swimming and complex social behaviors.

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Striped Dolphin
Striped Dolphin
Striped Dolphin
Striped Dolphin
Striped Dolphin
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Primarily found in temperate and tropical oceanic waters worldwide, including Mediterranean Sea, Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, typically preferring depths between 100-1000 meters

Ecological Role

Key marine predator contributing to oceanic ecosystem balance, controlling populations of small fish and squid, and serving as indicator species for marine environmental health

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Smooth, hydrodynamic skin with protective blubber layer for thermal regulation
  • LIMBS WINGS Powerful dorsal fin, broad flukes for efficient swimming, pectoral flippers for precise maneuvering
  • HEAD SENSORY Prominent melon for echolocation, well-developed auditory capabilities, elongated rostrum with numerous conical teeth adapted for catching prey
  • BODY STRUCTURE Slender, streamlined body averaging 2.4-2.6 meters in length, weighing approximately 120-160 kg, with distinctive blue-gray and white striped pattern
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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Related Species in Delphinidae