The Striped Dolphin is distinguished by bold blue-gray stripes running from the eye along its flank, creating a striking pattern. It is among the most abundant cetaceans in the world and forms large herds in warm oceanic waters. Striped dolphins are energetic, acrobatic leapers that have been observed breaching up to 23 feet above the surface.
Habitat
Offshore tropical and warm-temperate ocean waters
Diet
Fish, squid, and crustaceans
How common
Uncommon
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