Watercolor illustration of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops aduncus)

Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin

Tursiops aduncus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 印太瓶鼻海豚
Spanish Delfin Mular del Oceano Indico
French Grand dauphin de l'Océan Indien

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin?
The scientific name of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin is Tursiops aduncus. It belongs to the genus Tursiops.
What is the conservation status of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin?
Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops aduncus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin live?
Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin is found in Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin belong to?
Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops aduncus) belongs to the genus Tursiops, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.
What kingdom does Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin belong to?
Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops aduncus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin?
The closest relatives of Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin in the genus Tursiops include common bottlenose dolphin.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Tursiops — 2 Species

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Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops aduncus
NT
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common bottlenose dolphin
Tursiops truncatus
LC

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