White-beaked dolphin
Lagenorhynchus albirostris
ok. 2,7 mAdult individual
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total length
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- Mass
- około 180–350 kg według NOAADorosłe osobniki
White-beaked dolphin — size comparison
The white-beaked dolphin inhabits cold North Atlantic waters near coasts and farther offshore. It has a short, usually pale beak, strong body and contrasting pa
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approx. 2.7 m
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White-beaked dolphin — size comparison — facts and sources
The white-beaked dolphin inhabits cold North Atlantic waters near coasts and farther offshore. It has a short, usually pale beak, strong body and contrasting pale flank areas. Beak colour nevertheless varies between individuals.
Groups of a few to several dozen seek fish and squid, catching prey with conical teeth. It may be active at the surface, leaping and riding ships’ bow waves, revealing powerful, rapid tail strokes.