Watercolor illustration of Delfin Kabir (Tursiops truncatus)

Delfin Kabir

Tursiops truncatus

Least Concern
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
45 years
Length
3.0 m
Weight
300.0 kg
Population
600.0K
Trend
→ Stable
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About

The most studied and recognized dolphin species, bottlenose dolphins inhabit warm and temperate oceans worldwide, from coastal shallows to the open sea. Highly intelligent with large brains relative to body size, they demonstrate self-recognition, complex communication, and social learning. They live in fluid fission-fusion societies and cooperate to herd fish. A keystone indicator species for marine ecosystem health.

Fun Facts

  • Dolphins sleep with one eye open.
  • They can swim up to 35 km/h.
  • Dolphins have been observed using sponges as tools.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 12 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore
Delfin Kabir is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore
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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern
Estimated Population
600.0K
Population Trend
Stable

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 瓶鼻海豚
Spanish Delfín tonina
French grand dauphin, souffleur, dauphin à gros nez
German Grosse Tümmler, Grosstümmler
Arabic Delfin Kabir
Turkish Afalina

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Delfin Kabir?
The scientific name of Delfin Kabir is Tursiops truncatus. It belongs to the genus Tursiops.
What is the conservation status of Delfin Kabir?
Delfin Kabir (Tursiops truncatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.
Where does Delfin Kabir live?
Delfin Kabir is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Ukraine, Venezuela.
What family does Delfin Kabir belong to?
Delfin Kabir (Tursiops truncatus) belongs to the genus Tursiops, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.
What does Delfin Kabir eat?
Delfin Kabir is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does Delfin Kabir live?
Delfin Kabir has an average lifespan of approximately 45 years in the wild.
How many Delfin Kabir are left in the wild?
The estimated wild population of Delfin Kabir (Tursiops truncatus) is approximately 600,000 individuals.
Is Delfin Kabir endangered?
No, Delfin Kabir (Tursiops truncatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

Native Range — 10 Countries

Genus Tursiops — 2 Species

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Delfin Kabir
Tursiops truncatus
LC
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Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops aduncus
NT

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