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Ornicus orca

Killer Whale

Schwertwal

Like other whales, the orca is a warm-blooded, air-breathing animal. Orcas are also called "killer whales" because they prey on fish, dolphins, seals, and even on large whales. Large bulls can attain a length of up to 9m and a weight of up to 8tons. Female in the Johnstone Strait, BC. Canada

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