Which is the smallest dolphin species?
A Hector’s dolphin
B Irrawaddy dolphin
C Dusky dolphin
Fact: The Hector’s dolphin is found only in the coastal waters of New Zealand. Male adults are approximately 4 feet to 5 feet long, while the females are 5-7% longer than males. These dolphins prefer shallow bays, estuaries, and coastal areas with depths less than 330 feet. They are most common around the South Island, while the critically endangered Maui’s dolphin, a subspecies, inhabits the North Island’s west coast. With a distinctive rounded dorsal fin and gray, black, and white markings, Hector’s dolphins are often seen displaying playful behavior near the surface.
Correct Answer: Hector’s dolphin