Orcas

Orcas are sometimes called killer whales, but they are actually the largest dolphins. They are easy to recognize by their black and white coloring. Orcas are very smart and live in family groups called pods. They are found in oceans all around the world.

Smart Hunters

Orcas are some of the smartest hunters in the ocean. They work together as a team to catch prey. Some pods specialize in hunting fish while others hunt seals or other whales. Each pod has its own hunting techniques passed down from parents to children.

Family Life

Orcas live in close family groups led by the oldest female. Baby orcas stay with their mothers for their entire lives. Pod members communicate using clicks, whistles, and calls. Each pod has its own dialect, like a family language.

Fun Facts

• Orcas can swim up to 34 miles per hour, making them one of the fastest ocean mammals.
• Each orca has a unique white patch behind its dorsal fin, like a fingerprint.
• Orcas can live up to 80 or 90 years in the wild.

Did You Know?

Orcas are found in every ocean on Earth, from the Arctic to the Antarctic. They are one of the most widespread mammals in the world!