Spinner Dolphins

Spinner Dolphin Facts

50 Fun And Fascinating Dolphin Facts for Kids

Spinner Dolphin | Oceana

Spinner dolphins are the acrobats of the ocean. In one astonishing leap out of the air, they can jump nearly 10ft (3m) and spin up to around seven times. Spinners grow 4 to 7.7 ft (1.2 to 2.35 m) long and weigh approximately 130 to 180 lb (59 to 82 kg). There are four recognized subspecies of spinner dolphin that vary in appearance and social structure. However, all spinners have long, skinny beaks and slender bodies with small curved flippers, and tall triangular dorsal fins. They prefer tropic

Here’s a baby spinner dolphin absolutely spinning his tail off to start the day. This is why they’re called spinner dolphins, those high-speed, mid-air twists aren’t just for show. Even calves get into it just weeks after birth. Researchers think these early spins help build strength, coordination, and social skills. It’s playful, yes, but also serious training for life in a fast-moving pod. And that life starts well before the first leap. Spinner dolphins mate year round in warm, tropical water

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