Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) Welcome to the first in our deep dive series looking at the cetacean species we see here in the Eastern English Channel. In this video, we're taking a closer look at the Bottlenose Dolphin, which is the most commonly reported cetacean here in Sussex. Adults can grow up to nearly 4 metres long. They have a large grey body, a pale grey or pinkish belly and a tall sickle-shaped dorsal fin. Bottlenose Dolphins are commonly seen in groups of 2-15 individuals. However, large groups and single dolphins are not uncommon. These animals are playful and curious and are often seen bow-riding the waves of boats and leaping clear out of the water. Discover more about the species we research at Sussex Dolphin Project and our wider research project here: https://lnkd.in/eViT8cEr #dolphin #dolphins #Sussex #Sussexdolphinproject #brighton #marineconservation #marinebiology
