Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. These incredible mammals are far smarter than we ...

1. Several dolphin species call Florida coastal waters home. The most common of these is the bottle-nosed dolphin. 2. Bottlenose dolphins have robust, powerful bodies that are blue-gray on top with ...

Dolphins exhibit remarkable intelligence through their highly developed brains, complex communication systems, and advanced ...

Bottlenose dolphins are extremely intelligent, possessing larger brains than humans. The U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program trains dolphins to locate sea mines and detect and mark enemy divers. They also ...

The oceans are filled with powerful swimmers, but when it comes to speed among aquatic mammals, dolphins clearly stand out. Their sleek bodies, strong tails, and intelligent movement patterns allow ...

If you've ever been whale watching, of course you hope to see whales but probably had just as much fun watching the dolphins that cruise along next to the boat. Whale watchers in San Diego were in for ...