Do dolphins have any defenses against its predators?

Dolphins have an exceptionally high-fat content, which makes them and other cetaceans an excellent source of nutrition for predators who stalk throughout the ocean. However, dolphins are more trouble than it's worth and most predators learn to avoid dolphin pods, including sharks. read more

The only predators, besides humans, that dolphins are vulnerable to are sharks and orcas. For the most part, dolphins can outrun sharks and orcas, but they are vulnerable when calving. read more

Like any animal, dolphins are sometimes victims to other species that seek to feed on them or get some other benefit from their body. But besides humans and other aquatic animals, they have a small number of natural enemies. In fact, some species do not have any. read more