The Pacific White-sided Dolphin is a boisterous, acrobatic dolphin of the North Pacific that frequently associates with other cetacean species and is a common sight on whale-watching trips off California and the Pacific Northwest. Its black back, white belly, and pale gray side patches create a striking pattern. Large pods often herd fish schools cooperatively.
Best time to see a Pacific White-sided Dolphin
The best time to see a Pacific White-sided Dolphin is January–June, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 487 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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