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Short-beaked Common Dolphin

Delphinus delphis

Description:

There are two species of Delphinus, however it may be challenging to distinguish between them in the field: Short-beaks may be slightly longer, have a rounder heads and shorter beaks. The dark eye is clearly visible on a light background. The dark dorsal is distinctly separated from the white-yellow sides and belly.

Habitat:

San Pedro Channel off Catalina Island, Ca.

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joanbstanley
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joanbstanley

California, USA

Spotted on May 29, 2013
Submitted on Jun 13, 2013

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