Found in oceans, coastal areas habitats across Worldwide, the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is a carnivore member of the Delphinidae family. Weighing 120–140 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Atlantic Spotted Dolphin | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 130 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 160% |
| Height | 225 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 52 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 8% |
| Avg Speed | 52 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin inhabits oceans, coastal areas habitats. It can be found in Worldwide.
Typical coloring: Gray, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is a group-based species belonging to the Delphinidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin’s weight of 120–140 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #10 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Atlantic Spotted Dolphin weigh?
A Atlantic Spotted Dolphin typically weighs 120–140 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin?
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin live?
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin is found in Worldwide, in oceans, coastal areas habitats.
How does the Atlantic Spotted Dolphin reproduce?
The Atlantic Spotted Dolphin has a gestation period of 360–380 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026