Definitions for orcinus orca
or·ci·nus or·ca

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1. killer whale, killer, orca, grampus, sea wolf, Orcinus orcanoun

   predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas

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1. Orcinus orca

   The orca or killer whale (Orcinus orca) is a toothed whale belonging to the oceanic dolphin family, of which it is the largest member. It is the only extant species in the genus Orcinus and is recognizable by its black-and-white patterned body. A cosmopolitan species, 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. Orcas 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. They have been known to attack baleen whale calves, and even adult whales. Orcas are apex predators, as they have no natural predators. They are highly social; some populations are composed of very stable matrilineal family groups (pods) which are the most stable of any animal species. Their sophisticated hunting techniques and vocal behaviours, which are often specific to a particular group and passed across generations, have been described as manifestations of animal culture. The International Union for Conservation of Nature assesses the orca's conservation status as data deficient because of the likelihood that two or more orca types are separate species. Some local populations are considered threatened or endangered due to prey depletion, habitat loss, pollution (by PCBs), capture for marine mammal parks, and conflicts with human fisheries. In late 2005, the southern resident orcas, which swim in British Columbia and Washington waters, were placed on the U.S. Endangered Species list. Wild orcas are not considered a threat to humans, and no fatal attack on humans has ever been documented. There have been cases of captive orcas killing or injuring their handlers at marine theme parks. Orcas feature strongly in the mythologies of indigenous cultures, and their reputation in different cultures ranges from being the souls of humans to merciless killers.

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1. orcinus orca

   Orcinus orca, commonly known as the killer whale or orca, is a toothed whale species belonging to the oceanic dolphin family. It is considered the largest member of the dolphin family and is known for its distinctive black and white coloring and being a powerful predator. Orcas can be found in oceans all around the world, from the frigid Arctic and Antarctic regions to tropical seas. They are highly social and intelligent marine mammals known for their complex societies and hunting strategies.

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   The numerical value of orcinus orca in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

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   The numerical value of orcinus orca in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

References

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