So first let’s get a couple things straight. Both whales and dolphins are known as cetaceans, … See more

Orcas have an extraordinary appearance, they are known for their long dorsal fin and highly contrasting black-and-white shading. Behind the dorsal, a grey patch exists. This grey patch … See more

There is more than one kind of orca. For a long time, orcas were considered one species. However, now several species of orcas have been identified (or if nothing else, subsp… See more

Captive killer whales are live Orcas that are held in imprisonment by humans, frequently for reproducing or execution purposes. The act of catching and showcasing these whales in e… See more

A few cetaceans are currently confronting a questionable future because their populations have declined to the point that there are just a few of them left on the planet. Kille… See more

Orcas are apex predators, which means they are at the top of the food chain. Killer whales are some of the largest and most dominant creatures in the sea, and no other predator ca… See more