Which Dolphin Species Are You?

There are a lot of different dolphin species out there, each with their individual behavioural patterns and unique habits. Take our quiz to find out which dolphin species you are!

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What is your ideal evening?

Do you prefer saltwater, or freshwater?

How do you feel about social media?

Do you get homesick easily?

When it comes to friends, do you value quality or quantity?

Are you good at keeping secrets?

False Killer Whale

False Killer Whale

You got False Killer Whale!

Strong, defiant and fun-loving, you're not scared to try new things and leave your comfort zone. You have a solid group of friends, not too few and not too many, who are your lifelong companions. You look out for each other, sharing advice, experiences, and food.

Although their name is a little confusing, False Killer Whales are not directly related to the killer whale, but are a member of the blackfish group. False Killer Whales are only member of the blackfish group to bow-ride regularly, and are energetic and sociable, unafraid of boats and usually swim with pods with around 10-20 other individuals. They form strong, long-lasting bonds with other creatures and have been known to share prey.

Indus River Dolphin

Indus River Dolphin

You got Indus River Dolphin!

You're not really bothered by much - whether you're in a big group of friends or just have a bestie by your side, you know that people come and go and it's up to yourself to craft your own happiness. Generally, you take it easy - your life motto is to just keep swimming, no need for any drama!

Indus River Dolphins usually travel in pairs, although they have been spotted in larger pods of about 10 individuals. Unlike other species, they only form loose bonds with other creatures They are gentle swimmers who rarely perform any acrobatic spectacles - they do sometimes breach, but this generally only happens when they're startled by something.

Irrawaddy Dolphin

Irrawaddy Dolphin

You got Irrawaddy Dolphin!

You like to keep yourself to yourself, and prefer to just take it easy in life. As far as friendships go, quality trumps quantity - you have a few good friends, and you're perfectly content with that.

Shy and slow-moving, Irrawaddy Dolphins generally stay away from boats, are not known to bow-ride and dive when alarmed. They travel in small groups, usually made up of 2-3 individuals. Irrwaddy Dolphins generally prefer deep pools and freshwater inputs such as mangrove swamps and lagoons - but such habitats have brought them into dangerous contact with human activity, such as pollution and depletion, meaning that the species is listed as vulnerable, while some are critically endangered.

Spinner Dolphin

Spinner Dolphin

You got Spinner Dolphin!

You're energetic, enthusiastic, and generally just up for an opportunity to have fun (and maybe show off a bit). You can be found at any party, and are constantly surrounded by friends, catching waves and entertaining tourists!

Known for its acrobatic displays, the spinner dolphin is highly energetic, and does a lot of leaps and spins (hence the name) It can even complete up to seven revolutions before re-entering the water! Found in temperate and tropical zones of almost all the world's oceans, spinner dolphins are incredibly social creatures, who travel in groups from 5 up to 200 individuals. They are also known to approach boats and bow ride for up to 30 minutes!

Pygmy Killer Whale

Pygmy Killer Whale

You got Pygmy Killer Whale! You tend to just go with the flow, unfazed by what's going on around you, and are pretty elusive - so elusive, in fact, that we couldn't even find a proper photo of you and had to settle for this drawing. Sure, you keep everything on the low-key, but you have strong loyalties towards your friends and as a result are a reliable, chilled-out member of the pack.

Pygmy Killer Whales usually travel in large pods, with between 12-50 individuals, although groups of over a hundred have been recorded. They rarely breach, and generally like to take it easy - swimming at a slow pace, only sometimes accelerating to larger speeds. Their social bonds are strong and stable, and in some cases have even been recorded to show site-fidelity in tropical and sub-tropical waters.

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