They are solid gray above, and pale gray to white and pink below. South to Texas. They are usually found within 50 miles of shore.
Large sharks are a significant cause of mortality in young dolphins.
The sharks are predators to the very young, and old or sick dolphins. These sharks are primary bull, mako and tiger sharks. They are often competitors for food and frequently inhabit the same waters. Many dolphins carry shark scars that prove this relationship. B ottle-nosed dolphins eat a wide variety of fish and crustaceans.