AnAge entry for Delphinus delphis

Classification (HAGRID: 01939)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Mammalia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Cetacea (Taxon entry)
                Family: Delphinidae
                    Genus: Delphinus
Species
Delphinus delphis
Common name
Short-beaked saddleback dolphin

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
Not yet established
Observations

Little is known about the longevity of common dolphins. It is likely that they live over 20 years [0434]. One wild born animal was still living in captivity at about 33-34 years of age [0671]. Anecdotal reports suggest they may live over 40 years.

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

Integrated Taxonomic Information System
ITIS 180438
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Taxonomy ID 9728
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