Latest about Orcas
Stealth Mode: Killer Whales Go Dark to Stalk Prey
Killer whales that feed on marine mammals may passively listen for the sounds of their prey and then strike in complete darkness, new research suggests.
Puget Sound Orcas To Remain on Endangered List
The killer whales of Puget Sound are one of a kind.
DNA Sheds Light on Rare Killer Whale Type
A scarcely seen type of orca is likely a distinct subspecies or species, researchers say.
How Killer Whales Boosted Porpoise Echolocation
Harbor porpoises likely evolved high-frequency sonar clicks to avoid orcas.
Killer Whales May Have Been Trapped by Climate Change
As the planet warms, will we see more trapped sea mammals?
'Mama's Boys' May Explain Killer Whale Menopause
Menopause allows aging killer whale mothers to care for their adult sons, new research shows.
Image Gallery: Russia's Beautiful Killer Whales
One all-white male orca stands out from the crowd.
One of a Kind: All-White Killer Whale Spotted
The male orca got its name "Iceberg" from its towering white dorsal fin.
LATEST ARTICLES
