Learn About Killer Whales- Orcas
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About Orcas
One of the most stunning, beautiful and identifiable whales.
The orca or killer whale is a toothed whale and is a member of the Dolphin family (it is the largest dolphin).
There are 3 distinct species of these warm blooded, air breathing mammals
Male killer whales, or bulls, begin maturing at 12 to 14 years of age and over the next few years, grow very quickly and attain physical maturity at about 20 years.
Most males probably reach a length of 8 to 9 metres.
Some males have been known to live well into their 40s and perhaps to 50-60 years old.
Females have been known to live to 60-80 years old.
The orca or killer whale is a toothed whale and is a member of the Dolphin family (it is the largest dolphin).
There are 3 distinct species of these warm blooded, air breathing mammals
Male killer whales, or bulls, begin maturing at 12 to 14 years of age and over the next few years, grow very quickly and attain physical maturity at about 20 years.
Most males probably reach a length of 8 to 9 metres.
Some males have been known to live well into their 40s and perhaps to 50-60 years old.
Females have been known to live to 60-80 years old.
Two transient orcas in Hood Canal, Washington.
cc licensed ( BY ) flickr photo shared by Fremlin
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