Killer WhalesBy Ethan

DescriptionMale orcas can grow to be the size of a

elephant.They can weigh 8,000 to 12,000They are white on there bellies but black on

the backs.

Defense and PredatorsOrcas were hunted by humans long ago. Orcas defend themselves by using their three

inch long teeth.

Food Orcas hunt fish, walruses, seals,sea lions, penguins, squid, sea turtles,sharks, and other whales.

Hunting techniqueOrcas will knock their prey off the ice they

were on.Groups of orcas will push the fish into small

groups.Orcas will slap their tail so their prey on the

ice will fall off.Orcas will also surround whales and chase,

bite, and wear it down.

HabitatOrcas live in all oceans.

Interesting factsOrcas are dolphins.Male orcas dorsal fin can grow to be six feet

tall.

Sourceshttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killer_whaleKiller Whales Up CloseKids.nationalgeographic.comKiller Whale and other Tooth Whales