Pantropical Spotted Dolphin

Stenella Attenuata
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Quick Facts

Scientific nameStenella Attenuata
Other namesSpotted Porpoise
SizeUp to 2.6 m (8.5 ft)
WeightUp to119 kgs (262 lbs)
FamilyDelphinidae

Distribution

Habitat & AU DistributionDeep offshore waters, around oceanic islands and coastlines with deep water in tropical and subtropical areas
Depth RangeUp to 1,000 m (3,280 ft)
Pantropical Spotted Dolphin Australian Distribution