Dolphins
The southeast coast of the Big Island is often frequented by Hawaiian spinner dolphins. On a warm, sunny day it is possible to see as many as 50 spinner dolphins along the coast or at the nearby black sand beach. On great days the dolphins hang out for hours and it is sometimes possible to swim with them in the ocean.
Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin:
- Scientific name: Stenella Longirostris
- five to seven feet long
- 130 to 200 pounds
- long, slim snout
- three tone color pattern
Habitat Description:
- Hawaiian coastal waters
- offshore and deep channels at night for feeding
- near shore and in bays for daily rest and play
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