Found in oceans, coastal areas habitats across Worldwide, the Common Dolphin is a carnivore member of the Delphinidae family. Weighing 100–135 kg, it is exceptionally high among carnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Common Dolphin | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 117.5 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 135% |
| Height | 225 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 60 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 60 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Common Dolphin inhabits oceans, coastal areas habitats. It can be found in Worldwide.
Typical coloring: Gray, Yellow.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Common Dolphin is a group-based species belonging to the Delphinidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Common Dolphin is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Common Dolphin’s weight of 100–135 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #11 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 Common Dolphin weigh?
A Common Dolphin typically weighs 100–135 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Common Dolphin?
The Common Dolphin is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Common Dolphin live?
The Common Dolphin is found in Worldwide, in oceans, coastal areas habitats.
How does the Common Dolphin reproduce?
The Common 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