The Dusky Dolphin

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:marine_mammals
gptkbp:abilities highly intelligent
gptkbp:behavior gptkb:common
acrobatic
gptkbp:body_shape streamlined
gptkbp:breeding_season year-round
gptkbp:captive_breeding not commonly bred in captivity
gptkbp:climate_impact affected by ocean temperature changes
gptkbp:coloration dark gray to light gray
gptkbp:communication clicks and whistles
gptkbp:conservation_efforts marine protected areas
WWF, IUCN
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_representation in indigenous folklore
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in marine tourism
gptkbp:diet gptkb:fish
gptkbp:ecological_role indicator species
top predator
gptkbp:fins long dorsal fin
gptkbp:fishing_impact bycatch issue
gptkbp:foraging_behavior cooperative hunting
gptkbp:fossil_record limited fossil evidence
gptkbp:genetic_diversity moderate
gptkbp:geographic_distribution Southern Hemisphere
gptkbp:gestation_period 11 months
gptkbp:group_size up to 100 individuals
gptkbp:habitat coastal waters
gptkbp:habitat_range New Zealand to South America
gptkbp:has_natural_feature white patch on the side
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Dusky Dolphin
gptkbp:human_interaction friendly
gptkbp:length 6 to 12 months
1.8 to 2.6 meters
gptkbp:lifespan 20 to 25 years
gptkbp:local_names Dusky, Black Dolphin
gptkbp:mating_system promiscuous
gptkbp:migration seasonal movements
gptkbp:population_trend gptkb:stable
gptkbp:predators gptkb:sharks
gptkbp:public_awareness increased through documentaries
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Common_Dolphin
gptkbp:reproduction viviparous
gptkbp:research behavioral ecology
conducted in natural habitats
gptkbp:research_importance studied for social behavior
gptkbp:scientific_name Lagenorhynchus obscurus
gptkbp:seasonal_activities changes with food availability
gptkbp:social_learning observed in pods
gptkbp:social_structure pods
gptkbp:speed fast and agile
up to 200 meters
up to 55 km/h
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships with seabirds
gptkbp:threats fishing nets
gptkbp:tourism_impact attracts eco-tourism
gptkbp:vocalization complex sounds
gptkbp:weight 70 to 90 kg
gptkbp:wildlife pollution, habitat loss
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tabaluga
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6