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They are quite similar to dolphins but porpoises have flatten shape-shaped teeth, and short beaks.
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Porpoises are small cetaceans that typically have a compact body, a streamlined shape, and a prominent dorsal fin. They have a rounded head with a short snout and a small mouth lined with sharp teeth. Porpoises are known for their exceptional swimming abilities and can reach speeds of up to 34 miles per hour. They are usually highly social and intelligent animals, often found in small groups called pods.
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Are porpoises dolphins?
No, porpoises are not dolphins. While these two animals are both mammals they vary in size, physical characteristics, and behaviors.
Are porpoises mammals?
No. Sharks are a type of fish. Porpoises are mammals.
Who is the author for Dolphins and Porpoises?
Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises, by Mark Carwardine.
What are dolphin related to?
Dolphins are related to whales and porpoises.
What is a group of porpoises called?
The collective nouns are a herd, a school or a pod of porpoises.
Do porpoises have telepathy?
I have not found any evidence of telepathy in porpoises. they communicate by sonar like clicks
Are porpoises cold blooded?
Porpoises are mammals and so they are warm-blooded like you and I.
When crossing Galveston Bay on the Ferry are what you see Dolphins or Porpoises?
They are bottle nose dolphins.
Do porpoises eat dolphins?
Many think of dolphins as these beautiful sweet creatures, but they do attack and kill porpoises. It has been documented with videos that they like to bully and hurt baby porpoises.
How deep can Harbor Porpoises dive?
Harbor Porpoises will dive as deep as 656 ft. (200 meters)
Are porpoises more closely related to dolphins or whales?
Porpoises are more closely related to dolphins than whales. Both porpoises and dolphins are part of the family Delphinidae, while whales are a separate family within the order Cetacea.
Does porpoises have skeletons?
Yes, they do.
