Lagenorhynchus acutus

White sided dolphin
Weißseitendelfin
Witflankdolfijn
Dauphin à flancs blancs
Delfín de costados blancos
Lagenorinco acuto

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The animal frequents the coastal zone
The species can be found between and 100 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 270 cm
Maximum age known : 27 year(s)
Sexual maturity : 8 year(s)
Time of apnea : 5 mns
The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
Diet : Fishes - -

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!