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Leaping Risso's Dolphin

Risso’s dolphins are not known for a playful nature. They are generally quite businesslike, just traveling and/or eating. On this day however, they were surfing in the large swell and leaping with abandon near our boat. Fun to see them having fun.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 10.2017
Date Uploaded: 05.2018
Photo Location: Moss Landing, California, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D500
Copyright: © Douglas Croft