Feeding
The La Plata River Dolphin has the advantage of taking food from both the rivers and the ocean, because they can dwell in both areas. This is what allows them to have their water feasts. Specifically, they are known to eat a wide variety of fish that dwell in the river beds. However, they are also known to find squid, shrimp and octopus that may be nearby. They will find their food through a direct attack from predator to prey.
Reproduction
The sexual maturity of the La Plata River Dolphin occurs at a much earlier age than most, typically ranging between the years of two and three. They also will give birth to their calves at an earlier time frame, with the season being close to October and January. This is because of the change of seasons in the area, causing the warmer times of year to be the best breeding times. The dolphins will remain pregnant for an average of ten months, with their calves being nursed for an average of nine months after birth. They will stay with their mothers for one to two years before they move into a slightly different habitat.
Anatomy
The La Plata River Dolphin is recognized by it’s anatomy. Specifically, they are smaller than most other species of dolphins, usually never getting over three to five feet and weighing approximately 90 pounds. The males and females are typically around the same size.
Another feature of this dolphin is it’s skinny and small nose, as well as fins. While the body may seem a little stocky, the other characteristics are usually placed down to size. They are also a lighter color than most dolphins, being a light brown because of the water in which they dwell in. Some who have seen these dolphins call them ‘white ghosts’ because of their light features and looks.
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