Frequently asked Questions

General questions

Why do dolphins visit the Interaction Zone?
What time do dolphins visit?
Do dolphins visit more in summer than winter?
Do we feed the dolphins?
Is this like Monkey Mia?
Are the dolphins in Bunbury the same as at Monkey Mia?
What research is being done here at the DDC?

Dolphin Biology

Is a dolphin a fish?
What is the difference between a Dolphin and Porpoise?
What is the difference between Dolphins and Whales?
How long are dolphins?
What do dolphins weigh?
Are males bigger than females?
What is the difference between males and females?
Which are the biggest dolphins?
How long do dolphins live?
Do dolphins get sick?
Do dolphins have natural enemies?
Are dolphins affected by the fishing industry?
Are dolphins intelligent?
How do dolphins breathe?
How long can a dolphin stay under water?
How can a dolphin hold its breath for so long?
How deep do Bottlenose dolphins dive?
Do dolphins have bones?
How do dolphins sleep?
Can dolphins smell?
Do dolphins have ears?
How good is a dolphin's eyesight?
Do dolphins close their eyes?
What is echolocation?
What is the body temperature of a dolphin?
How do dolphins keep warm?
Do dolphins swim like fish?
How fast can a Bottlenose dolphin swim?
How many teeth do Bottlenose dolphins have?
Can dolphins taste their food?
Do dolphins drink water?
How much does a dolphin eat per day?
How do dolphins catch fish?
How do dolphins eat their food?
Do dolphins court each other?
How do dolphins mate?
Do dolphins mate together for life?
When do dolphins reach sexual maturity?
How often to dolphins breed?
How long is the mother pregnant?
When do mothers give birth?
How is a calf born?
What do calves look like when they are born?
Do calves talk to their mothers?
Are calves good swimmers?
How do calves suckle?
How long do calves suckle?
Do dolphins make good parents?

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News & Highlights

Dolphin Festival 20-Feb-2012
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Meet Squirt 09-Feb-2012
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New Occy at last! 08-Feb-2012
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