Marine Mammal
Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin
Sousa plumbea
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A shy, uncommon inshore dolphin recognised by the low hump beneath its dorsal fin. Usually in small groups in very shallow water. One of South Africa's most threatened marine mammals, so a special sighting.
Field guide
📍 Distribution
Patchy along the south and east coast
🌊 Habitat
Very shallow inshore and estuarine waters
🛡️ Conservation
Endangered — a conservation priority
How to catch Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin
When to catch Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin
📅 Best months
Year-round but scarce; shallow inshore
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