Average Size
Newborns: 39 in
Weight: Unknown
Adults: 6 1/2-8 feet
Weight: 220-330 lb
Status:
Locally common
Population:
Unknown
Threats:
The Atlantic Hump-Backed Dolphin is threatened by hunting, becoming
entangled in fishing nets, pollution, and habitat destruction.
Quick facts:
Other Names Used:
Group Size:
These dolphins form groups of 3-7 and 1-25. Smaller groups of dolphins may
cluster to form bigger groups.
Behavior:
This type of dolphin is very hard to approach, and they will usually avoid
contact with boats. Bow-riding is unusual for this species. However, they can stay under the
surface for several minutes. While they are a slower swimming dolphin, they will occasionally
swim the Bottlenose Dolphin.
Where to look for Atlantic Hump-Backed Dolphins:
Along coastal waters of tropical West Africa
Calves:
Diet:
Different types of fish
Habitat:
Inshore waters
Fluke:
The fluke is usually raised before this dolphin dives.
This dolphin is known for cooperating with
fishermen. What these dolphins do is heard fish into the fishermen’s nets.
Atlantic Humpback Dolphin
Cameroon Dolphin
