The orca (Orcinus orca), or killer whale, is a toothed whale and the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family. The only extant species in the genus Orcinus, it is recognizable by its distinct …

23 hours ago · With killer whales in pursuit, the seal clambered out of the water and onto a swimming platform at the stern of the boat.

17 hours ago · Dramatic video captures seal escaping orca hunt by leaping onto photographer's boat The orcas tried to knock the seal back into the water by creating waves to rock the boat.

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 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 …

Nov 4, 2025 · 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 …

Learn facts about the orca’s habitat, diet, life history, and more.

Aug 18, 2025 · 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 …

Nov 7, 2025 · Scientists with the Norwegian Orca Survey and Orca Channel have documented, for the first time and in astounding detail, the birth of an orca and the newborn's first hour.

1 day ago · Seal escapes orca hunt by jumping onto photographer’s boat A small boat being used by amateur wildlife photographer Charvet Drucker and her friends turned into a life saver for a …