Killer Whale
The killer whale (Orcinus orca), also known as the orca, is the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family and one of the ocean’s most iconic apex predators. It occurs in every ocean, from polar seas to tropical waters, and can be found both near shore and offshore.Orcas are famous for their comp...
Orca (Killer Whale)
Orca (killer whale; Orcinus orca) is the largest delphinid and a cosmopolitan apex predator.Striking black‑and‑white coloration, males’ towering dorsal fin (up to ~1.8 m) and a pale saddle patch make it unmistakable.Multiple ecotypes differ in diet (fish‑eating vs. mammal‑eating), vocal “d...