Killer whale

/kˈɪlə wˈeɪl/

/kˈɪlɚ wˈeɪl/

Killer whale

a large, black-and-white marine mammal known for its social behavior, intelligence, and adaptability, found in oceans worldwide and known as an apex predator

synonyms : grampus

What is a "killer whale"?

The killer whale, also known as the orca, is a large and powerful marine mammal characterized by its distinctive black and white coloration, sharp dorsal fin, and impressive hunting skills, known for its social behavior, intelligence, and adaptability, found in oceans worldwide and known for its apex predator status, often hunting in groups, or pods, and feeding on a variety of prey including fish, squid, and marine mammals.

Examples

1. Off the rugged coast of the pacific northwest, pods of killer whales inhabit the frigid waters.

2. Take killer whales for example.

3. A couple unique circumstances change this equation for killer whales.

4. Killer whales will do it.