The Pink Dolphin: An incredible mystified animal

The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most fascinating and mysterious places in the world, this exuberant region is home to impressive biodiversity, among the species that we can find here is the amazon pink River dolphin, one of the most emblematic and captivating creatures in the world. The Amazon pink River dolphin, scientifically known as Inia geoffrensis, not only stands out for its unique and beautiful color, but also for its natural playful charisma. Imagine sailing through the mysterious waters of this region in the middle of the vegetation and suddenly being surprised by a magnificent the amazon pink river dolphin, (they love to get close to the small boats). It is difficult to explain in words what it feels like to live this experience! Most tours in the Ecuadorian Amazon include boat rides, so there’s a good chance you’ll be able to see them. Get ready for an adventure that you cannot miss if you are thinking of coming to Ecuador! See more about why visit Ecuadorian amazon

What animals eats pink dolphins?

The amazon pink river dolphin is one of the most fascinating creatures in the Amazon rainforest. This majestic cetacean is distinguished by its characteristic pink color, its intelligence and sociability with humans. In addition, due to the flexibility of its neck it has an extraordinary ability to swim among the vegetation of the Amazon River. The diet of the amazon pink river dolphin is one of the most diverse, this is due among other factors to the fact that the characteristics of its teeth allow the animal to consume species with shells such as turtles and crabs. As for fish, the amazon pink river dolphin feeds on more than 43 different species.

Where can I see the pink Dolphin?

This kind of dolphin is located in the vast majority of aquatic habitats, such as river banks, the main courses, tributaries of rivers and canals. This depends a lot on the sex and age of the amazon pink river dolphin. In this sense, the males return to the main channels of the river, in case the water level is high. As for females and their young, they prefer to stay as long as they can in flooded areas, in small tributaries and in lakes so that the young can feed and rest while being protected from predators. At Expedition we can recommend some of our tours that will allow you to get up close and personal with the majestic pink dolphin. See more about our tours

Why does the pink dolphin have that color?

First, you should know that the Amazon pink river dolphin of all the river dolphins, this is the largest. It has a length of 2.5 meters and its Body color varies according to age. Thus, the newborn and the juvenile are dark gray, while, in early adulthood, the tone of the body turns light gray. Once body development has finished, the adult has a solid pink color or with small spots.  In the vast majority of species, the male is pinker than the female. Some adults have a darker dorsal surface, which could be associated with temperature, water clarity, and geographic location

Where do pink dolphins live?

The amazon pink river dolphin swims in the rivers of Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest, especially in the Cuyabeno Reserve and in the Yasuní National Park. These animals also have a greater number of vertebrae which gives them a lot of flexibility and makes it easier to swim between the roots and vegetation. Within the Napo region, the amazon pink river dolphins have been seen in the Coca, Payamino, Indillama, Pañayacu, Tiputini, Tivacuno, Yasuní, Nashiño, Shiripuno, Cononaco, and Curaray rivers.

How many pink dolphins are left in the world?

There is no exact number of the amazon pink river dolphins because sadly, the pink dolphin populations have decreased due to indiscriminate hunting and water pollution, which is why the pink dolphin is on the list of endangered species.

A mystified animal

This pink dolphin has also been the inspiration for a series of myths and legends created by local communities in the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest. According to the legend, the amazon pink river dolphin was a young indigenous warrior, but an ancient God became envious of the warrior’s masculine attributes and decided to transform him into a dolphin and condemn him to live in the rivers and lakes of the Ecuadorian Amazon. Residents of indigenous communities also believe that, on full moon nights, the pink dolphins in the rainforest turn into handsome men, get out of the water, and start flirting with women’s, but don’t worry it’s just a legend!

What tour do you recommend to see the pink dolphin?

At Expedition, we have several tours for you, which in addition to immersing yourself in nature and gigantic trees, you can see with your own eyes the amazon pink river dolphins. If what you are looking for is comfort, we have several tours in eco lodges that include the sighting of the amazon pink river dolphins in their itinerary.

And if you thought it was not possible to sail on a cruise through the Amazon, you were wrong. Expedition offers you the opportunity to discover the Amazon Rainforest in a different way. We have 2 cruises in which you can do various activities, including visiting the places where the amazon pink river dolphins. See more about cruises here.

If you want to know more about tours to see the amazon pink river dolphins, do not hesitate to contact us!