9 Types of Dolphins in Florida Waters (And Where to Spot Each One)

Most beachgoers assume the dolphins leaping off Florida’s coast belong to a single species, but marine biologists have documented nine types of dolphins in Florida waters, ranging from the familiar common bottlenose dolphin that cruises inshore bays to deep-water species most Florida residents never realize share their coastline.

By Adeniyi Adeleye · October 11, 2026