Marine Mammal
Common Dolphin
Delphinus delphis
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The long-beaked common dolphin travels in large, energetic pods, sometimes hundreds strong, and is the species behind the famous Sardine Run super-pods. Golden hourglass flank pattern; fast and acrobatic around boats.
Field guide
📍 Distribution
Common along the whole coast
🌊 Habitat
Offshore and shelf waters
🛡️ Conservation
Not threatened
How to catch Common Dolphin
When to catch Common Dolphin
📅 Best months
Year-round, spectacular during the sardine run
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