Description of the Galapagos dolphin
Galapagos dolphins are marine mammals belonging to the Delphinidae family. They are dark gray in color with a white belly. They have short, rounded beaks and slender, streamlined bodies. Adult dolphins generally measure between 5 and 6,5 feet in length. They are very active and playful. They can be seen leaping out of the water, performing spectacular acrobatics and surfing the waves. Galapagos dolphins can be seen in the waters around the Galapagos Islands and in the surrounding waters of the Pacific Ocean. They are often seen close to the coast and in sheltered bays. Galapagos dolphins feed mainly on small fish, squid and crustaceans.
When to see them?
Galapagos dolphins can be seen all year round. However, the best times to see them are generally between June and September, and December and January. During these months, the waters are generally calmer, making sightings easier.
Where to observe them?
Galapagos dolphins can be seen in the waters around the Galapagos Islands, particularly near the coast and in sheltered bays.