The Risso's Dolphin

Grampus griseus

Stats:

  • Weight: 660 - 1,100 lbs (0.30 - 0.50 tons)
  • Length: 8.5 - 12.5 ft (2.6 - 3.8 m)
  • Diet: Mostly squid, also fish,
    and crustaceans
  • Status: Lower risk

Distribution:

range Risso's Dolphin Range

Species Fact:

Risso's dolphins are named for Mr. Antoine Risso, who in 1812 was the first person to describe the specimen type to Georges Cuvier.

Risso's Dolphin