River dolphins are relatively small compared to other dolphins, having evolved to survive in warm, shallow water and strong river currents. They range in size from the 5-foot (1.5 m) long South …

River dolphin, any of six species of small, usually freshwater mammals that are related to whales. They inhabit rivers of south-central Asia, China, and South America and the coastal waters of …

Nov 14, 2024 · Discover why river dolphins are important, how they differ from marine dolphins, and the differences between the species are in our expert guide by the WWF.

Swimming through rivers in parts of South America and Asia is what one might consider an unexpected figure: the dolphin. It joins the ranks of the shark and the sea turtle as some of the …

May 26, 2025 · Discover the mysterious world of river dolphins—from the Amazon to the Ganges. Learn about their behavior, threats, and where to see them in the wild.

Click on any of the river basin outlines below to reveal a pop-up window with quick links to information about the river dolphin species found there, as well as to selected resources that …

Explore the fascinating world of river dolphins—mysterious freshwater cetaceans with unique behaviors, adaptations, and ecological importance.

Here’s a look at river dolphins around the world, the challenges they face and what WWF is doing to conserve them for the long term.

May 10, 2022 · There are five species of river dolphins that live in the major rivers of Asia and South America. River dolphins look like primitive marine dolphins and this is because their …

River dolphins are freshwater cetaceans that live in river systems rather than the ocean. They differ from their marine cousins in several ways: they tend to have longer snouts, smaller eyes, …