Bottlenose Dolphins are native to the Alabama Gulf Coast and can be found off shore, in the Gulf of Mexico and in the intercostal waterways. Bottlenose dolphins are found in temperate and tropical waters around the world. Dolphins are very social animals and generally swim in groups called PODS. Pods range in size from 10 to 25 and much larger Pods of several hundred can be found offshore in the Gulf of Mexico.
Are Dolphins smart? Dolphins are capable of complex problem solving and social interaction. They are one of the smartest animals in the world. … Studies show that Dolphins not only have the ability to learn as individuals, but those individuals can then pass their new knowledge onto others in the POD.
What do Dolphins eat? The Dolphins here in the Gulf Coast eat a wide variety of fish, squid, and crustaceans. Just like humans Dolphins love shrimp, crab and fish! Instead of using their teeth to chew their food, dolphins grip food with their teeth, then swallow it whole–head first–so the spines of the fish don’t catch in their throats.
When you visit us along the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast be sure to book with Back Bay Charters for a private VIP Dolphin Cruise!