What is another word for Genus Tursiops?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs tˈɜːsɪəps] (IPA) 
Genus Tursiops is commonly known as the bottlenose dolphin and belongs to the family Delphinidae. Synonyms of this genus include Tursiops aduncus, Tursiops californicus, Tursiops osennae, and Tursiops truncatus. Bottlenose dolphins are distributed globally in warm and temperate seas, and are one of the most charismatic marine mammals that people come into contact with. They are known for their playful behavior, intelligence, and sociability, making them popular in marine parks and aquariums. Scientists continue to study these animals to better understand their behavior, communication, and social lives. While bottlenose dolphins are widely recognized, awareness of their synonyms highlights the diversity and complexity of the animals that form the Genus Tursiops.
