The Maldives is home to several species of dolphins, including the Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris), Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), Risso's Dolphin (Grampus griseus), and the Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin (Sousa chinensis). These dolphins can be found in the surrounding waters of the Maldives and are frequently encountered during dolphin-watching excursions. The Spinner Dolphin is the most commonly sighted species, known for their acrobatic spinning leaps. Bottlenose Dolphins are also prominent, known for their intelligence and friendliness towards humans. Risso's Dolphins are less common but can be recognized by their scarred bodies and bulbous heads. Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphins are rare and known for their distinctive hump and elongated dorsal fin.