Orca (Orcinus orca): Difference between revisions

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Orcas, also known as killer whales, are among the world’s most easily recognised marine mammals. They are the largest member of the dolphin family and are highly intelligent and social animals<ref name=":0">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orca Wikipedia</ref>. Orcas can be found in all of the world's oceans in a variety of marine environments, from Arctic and Antarctic regions to tropical seas. They have a diverse diet, although individual populations often specialize in particular types of prey. Some feed exclusively on fish, while others hunt marine mammals such as seals and other species of dolphin.