Whales: Killer

Orcas live in tight-knit family groups called . These pods are often matrilineal, following the leadership of the oldest female. Each pod has its own unique "dialect" of clicks and whistles. There are two primary types often discussed:

Adult males can reach up to 33 feet (10 meters) and weigh over 22,000 pounds . Killer Whales

Distinctive black-and-white patterns with a "saddle patch" behind the dorsal fin. Orcas live in tight-knit family groups called

They have the largest brain of all dolphins and exhibit complex social behaviors and hunting strategies. Social Life & Culture Killer Whales