Rough-Toothed Dolphin
Steno bredanensis
- Group: Dolphin
- Typical depth: 0–3290 m
- Max size: 2.8 m
- IUCN status: LC
Named for the fine ridges scoring its teeth, this dolphin lives in deep oceanic water and feeds far down, usually in groups of ten to twenty. It hunts squid and fish including mahi mahi, and reaches close to three metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Mammalia › Cetartiodactyla › Delphinidae › Steno
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 137110.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rough-Toothed Dolphin live?
- The Rough-Toothed Dolphin (Steno bredanensis) is typically found at 0–3290 m.
- How big does the Rough-Toothed Dolphin get?
- The Rough-Toothed Dolphin grows to about 2.8 m.