Narwhals and belugas make up separate subspecies of cetaceans. However, taxonomists often include in it a dolphin which lives in Indo-Pacific waters. What is the name of this dolphin?
- Irrawaddy dolphin
- Bottlenose dolphin
- Boto
- Risso’s dolphin
Answer
The correct answer is A) Irrawaddy dolphin.
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