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Orca (Killer Whale)
Orcinus orca
The orca, also known as the killer whale, is the largest member of the dolphin family and one of the ocean's most formidable apex predators. Recognizable by their striking black-and-white coloration, orcas are highly intelligent, social mammals that live in complex matrilineal p…
Did you know?
- Despite their name, killer whales are actually the largest species of dolphin, not whales.
- Orcas are the only known non-human animals to have distinct cultural traditions passed down through generations. They use dialects unique to their pods and display specific hunting methods depending on their region.
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