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Orca - Wikipedia
The orca (Orcinus orca), or killer whale, is a toothed whale and the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family. The only extant species in the genus Orcinus, it is recognizable by its distinct pigmentation; being mostly black on top, white on the bottom and having recognizable white eye patches.
Killer whale | Definition & Facts | Britannica
More than 20 species names have been applied to the killer whale, but a consensus now recognizes only O. orca. Killer whales were formerly referred to as grampuses, but that term is now a synonym for Risso’s dolphin.
Orca - National Geographic Kids
Knocked into the sea, the seal becomes a meal for one of the ocean's top predators—the huge orca, or killer whale. Orcas hunt everything from fish to walruses, seals, sea lions, penguins, squid,...
Killer Whale (Orca) - Animals Network
The Killer Whale, or Orca, is a creature of immense power, beauty, and complexity. From its ancient lineage to its sophisticated social structures and diverse hunting strategies, every aspect of its life speaks to a remarkable evolutionary success story.
Orcas (Killer whales) | National Geographic
What are orcas? Orcas, or killer whales, are the largest of the dolphins and one of the world's most powerful predators. They're immediately recognizable by their distinctive black-and-white...
20 Killer Whale Facts About Orcas - Fact Animal
Orcas (Orcinus orca), often called Killer Whales, are actually the worlds biggest dolphins and are members of the Delphinidae family which also includes species such as Bottlenose Dolphins and Pilot Whales. They inhabit most of the world’s oceans, ranging from the equator to the polar regions.
Orca - National Wildlife Federation
The largest member of the dolphin family, orcas are highly intelligent and social animals, spending their lives in groups or pods where they hunt together and share responsibility for raising young and taking care of the sick or injured.
Facts about orcas (killer whales) - Whale & Dolphin Conservation USA
Orcas (also known as killer whales) are marine mammals. They belong to the sub-order of toothed whales (known as odontocetes) but are also the largest member of the dolphin family.
Killer Whale (Orca) | The Animal Facts | Appearance, Diet, Habitat, Range
Meet the killer whale (orca) (Orcinus orca) including their appearance, diet, habitat, range, lifespan, facts, breeding and behavior.
Killer Whale Animal Facts - Orcinus orca - A-Z Animals
The killer whale (orca) is the largest member of the dolphin family, a highly social, intelligent marine predator found in oceans worldwide, from polar seas to tropical waters.
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