The Amazon river dolphin has a stocky body and a long beak. Adult males are larger than females and develop a distinct pink color, especially on their bellies. Their flippers are large and paddle-shaped, and they have unfused neck vertebrae that allow for increased flexibility. The Amazon river dolphin, also known as the pink river dolphin or boto, is a freshwater dolphin species that inhabits the rivers of the Amazon and Orinoco basins. It is known for its pink coloration and unique adaptations to its aquatic environment.
- Conservation Status : Not evaluated
- Habitat : Oceans and seas, Rivers and Waterways
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Cetacea
- Family: Iniidae
- Genus: Inia
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding on a variety of fish and crustaceans.
Colors
Pink (males) and gray (females)
Fun Facts
Amazon river dolphins have excellent echolocation abilities, which they use to navigate and locate prey in the murky waters of their habitat. They are known for their playful behavior, often seen leaping out of the water and splashing. They are the only known freshwater dolphin species that exhibits color dimorphism, with males displaying a pink color and females having a lighter grayish hue.
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