Commerson's Dolphin is a strikingly patterned black-and-white dolphin of sub-Antarctic waters off southern South America, occasionally recorded in waters approaching the southern cone of North America. It is one of the smallest cetaceans in the world, rarely exceeding 5 feet. The Kerguelen Islands population is genetically distinct from the South American mainland population.
Habitat
Cold coastal waters of southern South America and sub-Antarctic islands
Diet
Fish, squid, and crustaceans
How common
Very rare
Recent Commerson's Dolphin sightings near you
Live, research-grade observations from iNaturalist. Allow location to center the map on you.
Spot a Commerson's Dolphin? Identify it instantly.
Point Huck at any plant or animal and get an instant ID, rarity, and field notes — building your personal nature collection as you go.
Get Huck — free