Rough-Toothed Dolphin

(Steno bredanensis)

The Rough-Toothed Dolphin can reach a length of up to 8.5 feet and weigh as much as 330 pounds. Pods range in size of 10 to 20 and larger groups of several hundred may gather for a short period of time. It’s head has a unique shape; the long, narrow beak (rostrum) blends into the forehead without a crease, unlike all other dolphins with prominent rostrums. Little is known about this species but is thought to mostly inhabit warm deep waters around the world where sea temperature is above 77 Fahrenheit. This species is also considered rare. Their diet consist of fish and squid.

MMC has assisted with the rescue of (34) Rough-Toothed Dolphin.