Odontoceti Collection (page 4)

Long-beaked common dolphin (Delphinus capensis) off the coast of California, United States

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) mother and calf, Sri Lanka. March

Short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) swimming below surface. South Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic Ocean

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) near surface, Sado Estuary, Arribida, Portugal

Group of Sperm whales (Physter macrocephalus) family group swimming together, Indian Ocean, March

Aggregation of Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) engaged in social activity. Indian Ocean, March

Spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) pod socialising close to surface. Fury Shoal, Sataya Reef, Marsa Alam, Egypt

Pod of False killer whales (Pseudorca crassidens) swimming beneath the surface of the ocean. Indian Ocean, off Sri Lanka

Sperm whale, (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

Pod of Sperm whale socializing, (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) aerial shot showing much larger male on right, with female nursery group. Baja California, Mexico

Tail of Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) diving. Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Close up of eye of Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable species

Mother with young calf Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean

Long Beaked Common Dolphin (Delphinus capensis), Espiritu Santo National Park, Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Mexico, February

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) in mangrove canals, Bahia Magdalena, Baja California Peninsula, June

Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) at the surface, Sado Estuary, Portugal

Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins (Sousa chinensis) at surface, Tai O, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China

Short finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) about to surface, Baja California, Mexico, February

Two Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) breaching, Moray Firth, Scotland, UK, July 2014

Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) breaching, Moray Firth, Scotland, UK, July

Three Short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus) close to the surface against the light, Costa Rica. Pacific ocean

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) tail slapping at sunset, transient race, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

tail detail of Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising, Sado Estuary, Portugal

Beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) swimming under ice and exhaling air, Arctic circle Dive Center, White Sea, Karelia, northern Russia. Captive

RF- White whale / Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas), head portrait

Orcas (Orcinus orca) pod feeding on herring, wide shot showing surrounding landscape, Iceland, January 2013

Long-beaked common dolphin (Delphinus capensis), Bahia de los Angeles Biosphere Reserve, Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez), Mexico, July

Sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus) pod, Dominica, Caribbean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, January, Vulnerable species

Hectors dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori) Akaroa Harbour, South Island, New Zealand, November

Pod of Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) swimming over shallow sandy lagoon in the centre of coral reef. Fury Shoal, Egypt. Red Sea

Orca whales (Orcinus orca), group of resident killer whales travelling together at dusk. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) portrait

Short-finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) group underwater, Hawaii

Orcinus orca, Killer Whale, side view

Narwhal (Monodon monoceros) with characteristically long tusk, side view

Delphinus doris, plate 20
Illustration of the skull of Delphinus doris taken from The Lizards of Australia and New Zealand by John Edward Gray (1800-1875)

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Both of these Pantropical spotted dolphins, Stenella attenuata, have wounds on inflicted at night from a cookie cutter shark, Isistius brasiliensis

Common Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) portrait; Curacao, Netherlands Antilles

Pantropical spotted dolphins (Stenella attenuata) in open ocean; Hawaii, United States of America

Two dolphins leaping out of the water side by side
Two Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) leaping out of the blue ocean water side by side; Hawaii, United States of America

Silhouette of an orca with dorsal fin up and a blow cloud reflected in the sunlight, Alaska, USA
Silhouette of an orca (Orcinus orca) with its dorsal fin sticking up out of the water on the Lynn Canal with a blow cloud reflected in the warm sunlight; Inside Passage, Alaska

Atlantic Spotted Dolphin, Bahamas
Atlantic Spotted Dolphin (Stenella plagiodon) have been sighted in herds of several thousand, although they are more often found in smaller groups; Bahamas

Atlantic Bottlenose and Spotted Dolphin, Bahamas
Mr. Fleetham spent an afternoon photographing these Atlantic Spotted Dolphin (Stenella plagiodon). During the several hours in the water a group of Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncates)

Spinner Dolphins, Hawaii, USA
Two Spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) off the island of Lanai; Lanai, Hawaii, United States of America

Spinner Dolphins, Pacific Ocean, Hawaii, USA
Three spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris) leap out of the Pacific Ocean off the island of Lanai; Lanai, Hawaii, United States of America

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Odontoceti: Masters of the Ocean" Odontoceti, a diverse group of marine mammals, includes some of the most awe-inspiring creatures that inhabit our oceans. Among them are the magnificent Killer Whales or Orcas (Orcinus orca), known for their intelligence and striking black and white coloration. In one captivating moment, we witness Mel, a male Killer Whale, launching an attack on a young South American sea lion. This display of hunting prowess showcases their formidable nature as apex predators. Traveling to Shetland, Scotland in April, we observe an entire pod of Orca whales surfacing together. Their synchronized movements create a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of picturesque landscapes. Another remarkable sight unfolds as a pod of Killer Whales collaboratively hunts in a herring baitball. Witnessing their strategic teamwork is truly remarkable and highlights their exceptional hunting skills. Venturing into warmer waters, we encounter a playful pod of Indian Ocean bottlenose dolphins gracefully swimming over vibrant coral reefs. Their presence brings joy to both divers and marine enthusiasts alike. Delving deeper beneath the surface off Dominica's coast reveals three socializing Sperm whales. These gentle giants demonstrate their strong bonds while navigating the mysterious depths with grace and tranquility. Journeying to Ogasawara / Bonin Islands in Japan unveils an Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin with its unique extended penis—a fascinating glimpse into their reproductive biology rarely seen by human eyes. The Three Kings Islands in New Zealand serve as home to Orcas/Killer Whales roaming freely through open waters. Observing these majestic creatures thriving within their natural habitat is nothing short of breathtaking. A magical moment occurs when a Sperm whale dives below a rainbow while showcasing its massive tail fluke above water—an enchanting scene symbolizing harmony between land and sea.