👉 Dauphin is a genus of marine fish belonging to the family Phocoena, commonly known as the "sea cucumbers". These small, round-to-cylindrical fish are found in the oceans, particularly the Pacific and Indian Ocean. They are primarily nocturnal and live in shallow waters near coral reefs. The Dauphin name is derived from the Latin word "dauphina," which means "pearl" or "pear-shaped." Dauphins are known for their