types of whales and dolphins
Whale & dolphin species of South Africa. Whales and dolphins of South Africa â Join a whale and dolphin watching tour with Oceans Africa. Whales and dolphins (Cetacea) can be divided into two major groups or sub-orders. Baleen whales (Mysticetes) are distinctive for having two blowholes and whalebone (baleen) plates hanging from the roof of the mouth to filter food.