How Dolphins Are Similar to People
When people spend time watching wild dolphins, one thing becomes clear very quickly: these animals are not just swimming mammals — they are thinkers, communicators, and social beings with complex lives. Decades of research by the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP), and other researchers, have helped scientists understand just how much
How Long Can Dolphins Hold Their Breath?
Imagine always holding your breath — while running, talking, eating and sleeping. How long can you hold your breath? 30 seconds, 1 minute or 2? Well, some whales can hold their breath over an hour, necessary for a life in the sea. Dolphins and whales, together known as cetaceans, are