Bubble ring artists
Bottlenose dolphins blow underwater bubble rings and nudge them into spinning hoops to play and practice coordination.
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Dive into the world of dolphins.
Easy lessons that help you learn about dolphins in a way that makes sense.
Start your learning journey
Read easy-to-understand lessons that help you discover how dolphins live, communicate, and thrive in the ocean.
Sound in action
How dolphins use sound to see
Ever wonder how dolphins make clicking sounds and use them to find their way? Our lesson breaks it down step by step with pictures and activities you can print.
Visit the Learn section for the full lesson with step-by-step guides and printable activities.
Built-in sonar tools
How dolphins' bodies help them use sound
Learn about the special parts of a dolphin's body - like the melon in their head and their jaw - that help them make and hear sounds.
Our Learn section shows you each body part with simple pictures and activities you can do with friends or classmates.
A dolphin's click can be as loud as 230 decibels
But ocean noise pollution from ships and construction can drown out these vital sounds, making it harder for dolphins to communicate and find food.
Reading the room
Challenges dolphins face
Loud noises, cloudy water, and changing temperatures can make it harder for dolphins to use their sound to find things.
Learn how dolphin families work together and what we can do to help protect them in our conservation lessons.
Did you know?
Quick facts to spark curiosity before you dive deeper into lessons.
Power naps
Dolphins rest one half of their brain at a time so the other half can surface for air and watch for friends.
Built for speed
A dolphin's smooth, rubbery skin keeps renewing itself, which helps them swim faster through the water.