Fish: This is the most common food source for dolphins. They eat a wide variety of fish, including herring, cod, mackerel, tuna, and salmon.
Squid and octopus: Dolphins are skilled hunters of cephalopods, using echolocation to locate them in deep waters.
Shrimp and other crustaceans: Smaller dolphins may feed on shrimp, crabs, and other crustaceans.
Occasionally: Some dolphin species have been known to eat small sharks, birds, and even sea turtles.
How they hunt: Dolphins use their echolocation abilities to locate prey in the water. They emit high-pitched sounds that bounce off objects, creating an "acoustic image" of their surroundings. They also work together in pods to hunt, using strategies like herding fish into tight groups.