Spinner Dolphin

The spinner dolphin is a slender tropical dolphin known for twisting leaps above the water. It commonly feeds on small fish, squid and shrimp, often at night. Resting and social behavior may occur closer to sheltered coastal waters in some populations. Its long, narrow beak and contrasting body tones help distinguish it from other dolphins. Groups can be large, and movement between resting and feeding habitats follows local conditions. The spinning leap is a conspicuous part of a broader range of surface behavior.