Orca
The Orca (Orcinus orca) is a species of toothed whale, and it is the largest member of the dolphin family. It is a powerful and intelligent marine mammal.
The Orca is a social species, living in family groups called "pods." They are apex predators, hunting a variety of prey, including seals, sea lions, and even other whales.
The Orca is a crucial part of the marine ecosystem.
Orca
Classification
Mammalia > Cetacea > Delphinidae > Orcinus > O. orca
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
20 - 26 feet
(6 - 8 m)
Average Weight
8,000 - 12,000 lbs
(3,600 - 5,400 kg)
Average Life Span
50 - 90 years
Gestation Period
450 - 480 days
Did You Know?
The Orca, also known as the killer whale, is the largest member of the dolphin family.
Despite their common name, Orcas are actually dolphins, not whales.
They are highly intelligent and social animals, living in complex family groups called pods.
Orcas are apex predators, meaning they are at the top of the food chain and have no natural predators.
Their diet is diverse and can include fish, seals, sea lions, and even other whales.
Orcas communicate using a variety of clicks, whistles, and pulsed calls. Each pod often has its own unique dialect.
They can be found in all of the world's oceans, from the Arctic to the Antarctic.
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