La Plata River Dolphin

La Plata River Dolphin

By Emily

Here are some facts about the La Plata River Dolphin. The Latin name of my animal is pontoporia Blainvillei. The La Plata River Dolphin eats shrimp and squid. They are gray and brown. The La Plata River Dolphin is a small animal. It can grow to be from 4 or 5 cm then 2 meters. La Plata River dolphin is found in Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina in South America. La Plata River Dolphin’s habitat is in the ocean.

Here are some facts about why they are endangered. It is because they are killed in fishermen’s nets. A scientist is working to learn more about the behavior of La Plata River Dolphin so that he can prevent them from being caught by fishermen.

The La Plata River Dolphin are not as playful as other dolphins and often shy away from boats. The oldest female examined was 13 years old, and the female lifespan is thought to be about 15 years. This female did not show any evidence be being senile. The oldest male was 16 year old, and the lifespan of males may be about 18 or 20 years.