Orca

The orca (Orcinus orca), or killer whale, is a toothed whale and the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family. The only extant species in the genus Orcinus, it is recognizable by its distinct pigmentation; being mostly black on top, white on the bottom and having recognizable white eye patches.

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Orca
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"Fiber-Optic Cables Launched in Salish Waters to Protect Endangered Orcas"

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