Beloved sea mammal dubbed ‘Michael Jordan’ for insane act confirming the wonder of nature
By Katie Jerkovich
Published on March 22, 2026.
A dolphin captured off Maui's west shore has been dubbed the "Michael Jordan" of sea mammals for its incredible leaps above the water. The photo was posted on the Pacific Whale Foundation's Instagram page and was described as "this is not AI". Pantropical spotted dolphins are the only species of dolphin in the North Pacific Ocean without a dorsal fin and can leap more than 20 feet above the surface of the water, reaching average speeds of 16 mph and short bursts of 22 mph. They are also known as energetic dolphins and are highly social and often seen traveling with other species.
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