Short-beaked Common Dolphin
Delphinus Delphis
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameDelphinus Delphis
Other namesCommon Dolphin
SizeUp to 2.5 m (8.2 ft)
WeightUp to 235 kgs (518 lbs)
FamilyDelphinidae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal and offshore waters over the continental shelf in tropical to temperate waters
Depth RangeUp to 300 m (984 ft)
