Rissos Collection

Stranded Risso's dolphin playing out of the water "Head standing"
STA-93 Stranded Risso's dolphin - "Head standing, playing out of the water. Scarring is believed to be made by the teeth of other Risso's dolphins or by their squid prey

Rissos doclea crab, Doclea rissonii. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815

Long-finned pilot whale and Rissos dolphin
Long-finned pilot whale, Globicephala melas, and Rissos dolphin, Grampus griseus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) and Risso s
Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) and Rissos Dolphin swimming underwater (Grampus griseus)

Bottlenose Dolphins - with mouths open above surface - Rissos Dolphin (Grampus griseus) in background (Tursiops truncatus)

Rissos Dolphin - with nose above surface (Grampus griseus)

Rissos Dolphin - swimming underwater with a Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) (Grampus griseus)

Rissos Dolphin swimming underwater (Grampus griseus)

Rissos Dolphin with nose sticking out of water (Grampus griseus)

Stranded Rissos dolphin - Head standing, playing out of the water. Scarring is believed to be made by the teeth of other Rissos dolphins or by their squid prey. (Grampus griseus)

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Blue Whale - & Risso's Dolphin - Mexico Aerial shot, Mexico. Date:

Picture No. 10901048
Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus) Date:

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Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus) Date:

Picture No. 10901049
Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus) Date:

Bottlenose Dolphins - with mouths open above surface - Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus) in background
STA-256 Bottlenose Dolphins - with mouths open above surface - Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus) in background Tursiops truncatus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal

Risso's Dolphin - swimming underwater with a Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus)
STA-250 Risso's Dolphin - swimming underwater with a Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) Grampus griseus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Risso's Dolphin - with nose above surface
STA-253 Risso's Dolphin - with nose above surface Grampus griseus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Risso's Dolphin Photographed off the Azores Islands (Portugal), Atlantic Ocean
FG-cl-783 Risso's Dolphin Photographed off the Azores Islands (Portugal), Atlantic Ocean. Grampus griseus Heavy scarring on the back

Risso's Dolphin Photographed along the coast of California, USA. Heavy scarring on the back
FG-BU-574 Risso's Dolphin coast of California, USA. Grampus griseus Heavy scarring on the back and sides of these dolphins is believed to be made by the teeth of other Risso's dolphins

Risso's Dolphin
FG-9055 Risso's Dolphin Grampus griseus Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Risso's Dolphin - heavy scarring on the back and side of these Dolphins is believed to be made by the teeth of
FG-12340 Rissos DOLPHIN Grampus griseus heavy scarring on the back and side of these Dolphins is believed to be made by the teeth of other Risso's Dolphins, or by their Squid prey

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) and Risso's Dolphin swimming underwater
STA-131 Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) and Risso's Dolphin swimming underwater Grampus griseus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Risso's Dolphin swimming underwater
STA-129 Risso's Dolphin swimming underwater Grampus griseus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Risso's Dolphin with nose sticking out of water
STA-128 Risso's Dolphin with nose sticking out of water Grampus griseus Augusto Leandro Stanzani Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Playful and Mysterious: Risso's Dolphins in the Pacific Ocean" Captivating our attention with their unique behaviors, Risso's dolphins are a fascinating sight along the coast of California, USA. With heavy scarring on their backs and sides, these dolphins bear witness to encounters with other Risso's or their squid prey. Their interactions reveal an intriguing social dynamic within their species. In one remarkable moment, a stranded Risso's dolphin defies gravity as it playfully leaps out of the water, head standing. This acrobatic display showcases their agility and joyous spirit even in challenging situations. Sharing the vast oceanic playground with other marine creatures, such as bottlenose dolphins and long-finned pilot whales, these intelligent beings create harmonious connections beneath the waves. We witness them swimming together gracefully or engaging in playful exchanges that transcend species boundaries. Not limited to just fellow marine mammals, Rissos doclea crab (Doclea rissonii) also shares its name with these enigmatic creatures. A testament to nature's interconnectedness. Whether they are seen swimming underwater alongside bottlenose dolphins or elegantly gliding through the surface waters with only their noses peeking out above - every encounter leaves us mesmerized by their beauty. But it is during those rare moments when a stranded Risso's dolphin finds itself temporarily grounded that we truly appreciate its resilience. Head standing and playing amidst adversity demonstrates not only physical strength but also an indomitable spirit that inspires us all. As we continue to explore and understand these magnificent animals' lives, let us cherish each encounter with Risso's dolphins - guardians of secrets hidden beneath the waves - reminding us of nature's wonders yet to be fully discovered.