Amazon River Dolphin

The Amazon river dolphin is a freshwater dolphin of South American river systems, with a long beak and flexible neck. Adults can show pink coloring, though appearance varies. It uses echolocation while hunting fish in waters that are often muddy or shaded. Seasonal flooding opens access to channels and flooded forest, creating changing feeding opportunities. Broad flippers help it maneuver in complex river habitats. Unlike a typical ocean dolphin, it has a low ridge along the back rather than a tall dorsal fin.