Swimming with the Magnificent Orca Whale: Exploring the World of the Intelligent Hunter

The video provides an in-depth look at orca whales, also known as killer whales. It explains their classification as mammals within the order Cetacea and family Dolphinidae, highlighting that they are more closely related to dolphins than whales. The video addresses common misconceptions, particularly the notion of orcas as dangerous to humans, which is largely a result of media portrayal. It describes the physical characteristics of orcas, including their distinctive black and white coloring, blubber for insulation, and differences in fin shapes between males and females. The video concludes by discussing the global distribution of orcas and the importance of conservation efforts to ensure their survival.

What is the scientific classification of the orca whale?

• Class Mammalia, Order Cetacea, Family Dolphinidae

• Class Reptilia, Order Cetacea, Family Dolphinidae

• Class Mammalia, Order Carnivora, Family Dolphinidae

• Class Mammalia, Order Cetacea, Family Balaenidae

Why is it not incorrect to call an orca a whale?

• Because orcas are larger than dolphins

• Because dolphins and whales belong to the same order

• Because orcas have a similar diet to whales

• Because orcas live in the ocean

What is a distinctive feature of orcas that helps in their identification?

• Their white spot behind the dorsal fin

• Their small size

• Their long tails

• Their blue color

How do male and female orca fins differ?

• Both have the same fin shape

• Males have no fins, females have fins

• Males have triangular fins, females have curved fins

• Males have curved fins, females have triangular fins

What is the average length and weight of a newborn orca pup?

• 5 feet and 1 ton

• 8 feet and 2 tons

• 12 feet and 4 tons

• 10 feet and 3 tons