Porpoise 'almost the smallest dolphin on earth' Porpoises are small and rarely leap out of the water, they are quite hard to spot and don't play with boats or surfers. Often works against the tides when feeding in tide races. Surfaces several times every few seconds, then dives for a few minutes. Look under foraging seabirds to see porpoises, especially in North Devon. Think of them all as dolphins.
Porpoises are liable to get caught in gill nets and please report any strandings.
We plan to expand this page to include other marine life from across our beautiful coastline.