Dolphins and Porpoises

The opposite term is 'ventral' - For example in fish (and dolphins given the category) the dorsal fins are on the top of the body, while the ventral fins are on the underside.

Dolphins are found globally in both saltwater and freshwater environments. They are commonly found in temperate and tropical waters around the world, including the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, and Southern Oceans. Specific species of dolphins may prefer certain habitats, but overall they have a wide distribution range.

Without plants, the base of the ocean's food chain would be disrupted, leading to the collapse of the ecosystem. Plant eaters such as herbivorous fish rely on plants for food, and predators depend on plant eaters for sustenance. The absence of any of these groups would result in a chain reaction that would disrupt the balance of the entire ocean ecosystem.

Manta rays may have evolved from bottom-feeders, and then adapted to become filter feeders in the open ocean. This allowed them to grow larger than other ray species. Due to being plankton feeders, some of the ancestral characteristics have degenerated.

The basic purpose of internal skeleton is to provide place for attachment of muscles. The internal skeleton protects the essential organs like heart and lungs (rib cage). The backbone gives flexibility to move. The girdles support the limbs. The skull protects our brain. All evolved in course of time to meet the demands of animal encounter with the environmental conditions.

The largest measured penis reached 2,4 m (8 feet).

Dolphins have been known to spontaneously abort or reabsorb a fetus in response to environmental stress, health issues, or genetic abnormalities. This process is thought to help ensure the survival of the mother and the group by conserving resources for healthier offspring.

Sharks, seagulls, polar bears (if one washes up dead on shore), and occassionally other killer whales.

Adapting to your environment is important for survival and success. It allows you to respond effectively to changes, tackle challenges, and take advantage of opportunities. Adapting also helps you to stay relevant, learn new skills, and thrive in different situations.

Yes, dolphins do have a bladder, which is a hollow organ that stores urine. They need a bladder to help regulate their buoyancy and eliminate waste from their bodies.

The Pacific white sided dolphin is light to dark gray with a white underside. These color adaptations allow them to blend in with the ocean. They have also adapted black rings around their eyes. This helps deflect the glare of the sun in and out of the water.

False. Respiration refers to the process of obtaining energy from food molecules in cells. Breathing, on the other hand, is the physical act of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide.

No, they do not! In fact the gallbladder is noticeably absent in the Order Cetacea as a whole. However the cystic ducts are enlarged which allows dolphins, porpoises and whales to store sufficient bile within it. So dolphins still use bile to emulsify fats, but they do not have a gallbladder.

The Kiama Blowhole in New South Wales, Australia, is estimated to be thousands of years old, formed through the erosion of the coastline by the ocean over time. The blowhole itself is a natural rock formation that produces a spectacular water spout when waves crash into the shore and air is forced through a small opening in the rocks.

Marine mammal dorsal fins and fish dorsal fins have evolved independently and are not directly derived from fish genes. Both structures serve a similar function of stability and maneuverability in the water, but they have different embryological origins and genetic pathways for development.

Pink dolphins, also known as Amazon river dolphins, adapt to their environment by having flexible bodies to maneuver through tight spaces in the river, using echolocation to navigate murky waters, and having a specialized pink coloration that helps camouflage them in their habitat. They also have a long snout to help them catch prey in the muddy river bottoms.

The roots are two split bases of spinal nerves that connect to the spinal cord. The rami are branches of the spinal nerve that form a complex system throughout the body with the two primary ones being the dorsal (posterior) ramus and the anterior ramus. A diagram would look like an x with the two roots coming together from the spinal cord to go through the intervertebral forming a spinal nerve then splitting again immediately after the intervertebral foramen forming the rami of the spinal nerve

Dolphins can swim at speeds of up to 20-25 miles per hour (32-40 kilometers per hour).

Neither, a dolphin is a carnivore. A dolphin is a neither an herbivore nor an omnivore. It is a carnivore, and its diet consists of different types of fish, squid, and shrimp. A Dolphin is a Carnivore.

Dinosaurs had a variety of body coverings, most commonly scales or feathers. Some dinosaurs, like T. rex, had scales, while others, like Velociraptor, had feathers for insulation and display purposes. The specific type of body covering varied depending on the species of dinosaur.

A dolphin is a fast moving animal if you think about it.

Toothed whales, like dolphins and porpoises, typically have one blowhole on top of their heads. This singular blowhole allows them to quickly surface, take a breath, and expel air before diving back underwater.

The biggest in the ocean is a full grown bull sperm whale. It's actually the biggest animal in the world! Remember to watch Wild Kratts every day on pbskids. They show interesting facts about wild animals.

The seven levels of classification of a dolphin start with the kingdom of Animalia. The phylum is Chordata which means they have a spine. Their class is Mammalia which means they're mammals. The order is Cetacea, the suborder is Odontoceti. There are five families of dolphin - Delphinidae, Iniidae, Lipotidae, Platanistidae, and Pontoporiidae.

You will want to take as many advanced classes in high school as possible. When you have a chance to take electives, take science classes (biology as many as possible). You will then want to select a college that offers Marine Biology as a major or concentration and apply. Once you are accepted into that college get a degree plan for being a Marine biologist and take those classes. You will have a college advisor or counselor that will help you prepare for this career.