Rationale
Stenella species have not been well studied in the assessment region and population size and trend estimates are unavailable. However, periodic but regular strandings suggest that there is no major population decline of these species. Additionally, Pantropical Spotted and Spinner Dolphins are considered to be abundant in the Indian Ocean. Although general pelagic threats may apply and annual takes of Stenella species occur in regions outside of the assessment region, no major threats were identified for these species; thus they are not considered conservation priorities. However, the potential emerging threat of a drift-net fishery requires monitoring. The listing as Least Concern is retained for S. attenuata, S. coeruleoalba and S. longirostris.Regional population effects: No barriers to dispersal of these species have been identified, thus rescue effects are possible.