Orca
Orcinus orca
ok. 7 mAdult individual
total length
total length
wzdłuż osi ciała · od pyska do końca ogonaMeasurement: side
- Mass
- samce do około 10 tonDorosłe osobniki
Orca — size comparison
The orca is the largest member of the dolphin family. Black-and-white colouring, a pale patch behind the eye and a tall dorsal fin make it readily recognisable.
Silhouette comparison
Length
wzdłuż osi ciała · od pyska do końca ogonaScale for the stated dimensions · each animal is labelled
Total lengthScale in m
02468
approx. 7 m
The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.
Orca — size comparison — facts and sources
The orca is the largest member of the dolphin family. Black-and-white colouring, a pale patch behind the eye and a tall dorsal fin make it readily recognisable. It inhabits all oceans, from polar to tropical waters. Populations differ in diet, movements and social organisation.
Many groups have lasting family bonds, with young remaining close to their mothers. Sounds maintain contact, aid orientation and help detect prey. Distinctive calls and hunting methods can be passed on through social learning.
Some orcas specialise in fish, others in marine mammals. They may cooperate to chase, surround or separate prey. Such specialisation does not apply to all orcas: neighbouring populations can use very different food sources.
Plansza używa 700 cm długości całkowitej jako zachowawczego punktu dorosłego zwierzęcia. Około 363 cm wysokości pokazanej sylwetki wynika wyłącznie z proporcji bocznego ujęcia — nie jest osobną normą biologiczną.