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Hector's Dolphin
Photographer: Steve Reekie
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The size of a Hector's Dolphin compared to an average human
The size of a Hector's Dolphin
compared to an average human



Hector's Dolphin Range Map (New Zealand)
Hector's Dolphin Range Map (New Zealand)
Latin Name Cephalorhynchus hectori
Conservation Status Endangered
Location New Zealand
Colour Grey
Length 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Weight Up to 57 Kg (125 lbs)
Life Expectancy 20 Yrs

Interesting Facts

Hector's Dolphins are also known as:
White-Headed Dolphin

Hector's Dolphin was named after Sir James Hector.