Dusky Dolphin

Lagenorhynchus Obscurus
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Lagenorhynchus Obscurus
Family Delphinidae
Size Up to 2.1 m (6.9 ft)
Weight Up to 100 kgs (220 lbs)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Both shallow coastal areas and deeper offshore areas, often near continental shelves and slopes in colder waters.
Depth Range Up to 150 m (492 ft)
Dusky Dolphin Australian Distribution