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Dolphins don't live only underwater, they come to the surface on a regular basis to breathe through an opening in the top of their head. They can dive very deep if they need to but then they must come back to the surface for air. Sem dolphins can stay under for up to thirty minutes .
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoMost experts agree that dolphins usually stay underwater for anywhere up to 8 minutes, the average being 3-6, however there have been occasions when dolphins have remained submerged for as much as 30 minutes and some reports of hour long dives, however there is little or no evidence to verify these reports.
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∙ 12y agoThey can stay underwater for periods of up to 1 hour, although five minutes is usually the average.
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∙ 14y agoat one site i got 2 hours at another i got 40 min
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∙ 12y agoit can hold its breath underwater for about 8 to 10 minutes.
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∙ 12y agoabout 10 or 15 minuts
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∙ 10y ago5to10 min
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How long can dolphins hold there breath?
about 7 minutes
How long can dolphins holed their breth?
dolphins can hold their breath for 30 minutes
How long do they breath under water?
They don't. When submerged, dolphins hold their breath.
Do hippos breath under water?
No, they have the ability to hold their breath for long periods of time. (ie. whales, dolphins, etc.)
How do dolphins and whales breath under water?
They don't. Dolphins and whales breathe air just like we do. They can hold their breath for a long time, but they come up to the surface to breathe.
How long do spotted dolphins stay under water for?
Spotted dolphins can hold there breath under water for 7 to 8 minutes
How can a dolphin stay under water without breathing?
Dolphins and Whales can stay under water for so long is because they have blowholes to come to the surface and get air. They can stay under water for quite a while before they need another breath at the surface:) Need more help... Just ask!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
How long can a dolphin saty underwater dyring a hurricane?
Dolphins can hold their breath for a maximum of eight minutes.
How long can a mermaid hold her breath?
There is a myth that mermaids can hold their breath underwater indefinitely, but in reality, humans can hold their breath anywhere from 1-3 minutes on average. If mermaids were real, they would likely have similar breath-holding capabilities to humans.
Do dolphins and humans breathe the same?
No. Dolphins spend three quarters of their time underwater. Dolphins can hold their breath for an unbeliveable time. So they have bigger lungs.
How long can penguins hold there breath?
They can hold there breath over 15 minutes
What do dolphins need blow holes for?
They need them to breathe through. Dolphins, being mammals, have to inhale air and hold their breath underwater.
