1. Dolphins take second place after humans with regards to intelligence.
They are not only very caring and loving but are believed to take second place after humans, for intelligence.
2. Dolphins do not chew their food.
They do not chew their food but swallow it whole. Their teeth are only used to catch their food.
3. They only sleep with half their brains.
One half of the brain stays awake and alert during sleep. This enables them to breathe and keeps them safe from predators.
4. Dolphin cows nurse their babies for up to 3 years.
5. Calves stay with their mothers for up to 8 years.
6. Dolphins respond to their own unique "names".
Scientists proved that dolphins develop their own unique whistles. Individual dolphins will respond when they are called upon.
7. They can live for up to 50 years.
8. Dolphins can dive up to 1000 feet.
9. Killer whales belong to the dolphin family.
10. These caring creatures will often be seen tending to the sick, old or injured in their group or "pod".
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