Dolphin glossary

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Echolocation

Using sound pulses and returning echoes to map surroundings, hunt, and communicate.

Pod

A social group of dolphins that travels, hunts, and plays together, often led by experienced females.

Signature whistle

A unique whistle a dolphin creates as an acoustic name, allowing podmates to call to specific individuals.