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Which of the following is true about orcas?

  • Orcas are actually whales.
  • Orcas have the same size dorsal fins as humans.
  • Orcas are smaller than African elephants.
  • Orcas are the largest living dolphins. (correct)
  • What is the average length of a full grown female orca?

  • 26 feet
  • 30 feet
  • 6 feet
  • 23 feet (correct)
  • How much do orcas weigh?

  • 1.5 to 6 tons (correct)
  • 30 feet
  • 6 feet
  • 23 feet
  • What is the height of a male orca's dorsal fin?

    <p>6 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are orcas called killer whales?

    <p>Because they prey on whales larger than themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for orcas?

    <p>Killer whales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average length of a full grown male orca?

    <p>26 feet (8m)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are orcas called killer whales?

    <p>Because they kill whales</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average weight of an orca?

    <p>1.5-6 tons (1,360-5,440kg)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one hunting technique that baby orcas learn from their pod?

    <p>Whale drowning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Orcas

    • Orcas are also known as killer whales
    • The common name for orcas is killer whales
    • A full-grown female orca is approximately 23-32 feet (7-9.7 meters) in length
    • A full-grown male orca is approximately 27-33 feet (8.2-10 meters) in length
    • Orcas can weigh between 6,000-12,000 pounds (2,700-5,400 kilograms)
    • The dorsal fin of a male orca can be up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in height
    • Orcas are called killer whales due to their hunting prowess and ability to kill other marine mammals
    • Baby orcas learn hunting techniques, such as ambushing, from their pod

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