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The bottlenose dolphin has few natural predators. But some large shark species, such as the tiger shark, the dusky shark, the great white shark and the bull shark can prey on the bottlenose dolphin, especially the young.However, the bottlenose dolphin is capable of defending itself by charging at the shark; indeed, dolphin 'mobbing' behaviour of sharks can occasionally prove fatal for the shark.Even a single adult dolphin is dangerous prey for a shark of similar size. Certain (but not all) orca populations may also prey on dolphins, but this seems rare. While certain orcas that eat other mammals prey on the dolphin, other non-mammal eating orcas have been seen swimming with dolphins. Swimming in pods allows dolphins to better defend themselves against predators. Bottlenose dolphins either use complex evasive strategies to outswim their predators or they will batter the predator to death. Bottlenose dolphins will also aid injured dolphins by holding them above water for air.
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What is the fastest dolphin?
The common dolphin (delphinus delphis) holds the title as the fastest dolphin, reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph).
What is the most common species of dolphin?
Atlantic bottlenose dolphin Bottlenose Dolphins are the most common species of dolphin. Of course, they are the most recognizable and popular dolphin as well. Bottlenose dolphins are likely the dolphin you think of when your hear the word "dolphin".
What dolphin gives birth on petz ocean patrol?
In the Petz Ocean Patrol game, the common dolphin gives birth.
How many vertebra does a dolphin have?
A dolphin has a backbone as it is vertebrate
What is the scientific name for the 'hourglass dolphin'?
The scientific name for the hourglass dolphin is Lagenorhynchus cruciger.
How does a bottlnose dolphin protect itself?
by butting its head in the preditor
How does an bottled nosed dolphin defend itself?
their first line of defence is to flee, but they are known to ram threats with their noses
Is it possible for a dolphin to use a prosthetic?
Yes. A dolphin tale prosthetic has been tried out and was fairly effective.
Is it possible for a dolphin to sexually assault a human?
It is not possible for a dolphin to sexually assault a human, as sexual assault involves intent and understanding of consent, which dolphins do not possess.
What are the possible threats of a supermarket?
Raw food.High prices.
How much does is cost to adopt a bottlenose dolphin?
Actually, it is priceless adopting a dolphin, but sometimes people just make it possible.
What are some possible threats associated with the ring of fire?
Tsunamis
Causes of extinction of indus dolphin?
The major threats include accidental capture in fishing nets, plus they are hunted for their meat, oil and for use in traditional medicines.
Does it hurt dolphins to ride on them?
Yes, you can ride a dolphin. I ride dolphins nearly every day, as I am a dolphin rider. Dolphin riding is actually very fun and feels great when the dolphin you are mounted on jumps. Dolphin riding is not only possible, it's great fun.
Is it possible for a dolphin to move its dorsal fin?
No, it is not. Dolphins use their dorsal fin for balance.
Are there Green Dolphins?
There is no species of dolphin called "Blue Dolphin", despite the book "Island of the Blue Dolphins." but there are blue whales
Guarantees of personal freedom against possible threats from the government are called?
Civil Liberties.
