- Facts about orcas (killer whales) - Whale Dolphin Conservation USA
A wild orca pod can cover over 99 miles (160 kilometers) a day, foraging and socializing They were give the name "killer whale" by ancient sailors who saw them preying on large whales Orcas are still hunted in some countries, such as Greenland Different kinds of orcas are called "ecotypes"
- 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
- Orcas (Killer whales) | National Geographic
Orcas are highly intelligent, social mammals that have long been a part of marine park entertainment, performing shows for audiences However, it's become increasingly clear that orcas do not
- Killer Whale - NOAA Fisheries
Scientific studies have revealed many different populations with several distinct ecotypes (or forms) of killer whales worldwide—some of which may be different species or subspecies They are one of the most recognizable marine mammals, with their distinctive black and white bodies
- Orcas: Facts about killer whales - Live Science
Orcas are often called killer whales, even though they almost never attack humans They live in every ocean around the world, from the warm waters near the equator to the icy depths around the
- Top 10 facts about Orcas - WWF
Discover more about orcas aka killer whales, How big orcas are and what an orca eats along with the issues and threats they are facing and how you can help
- Orca - Oceana
To date, the new species have yet to be described, and the cosmopolitan species Orcinus orca is considered to cover all individuals around the world, regardless of behavior or appearance
- Orca: Discover the Fascinating World of Orcas (Killer Whales)
The Orca, known as the Killer Whale, is one of the ocean’s most recognizable and intelligent predators This apex predator has fascinated humans for centuries, thanks to its striking black-and-white appearance, sophisticated social structures, and remarkable hunting techniques
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