Orcas weren't targeted by whalers, threats are from interactions with fisheries and pollution. Not particularly abundant anywhere in its range.

Furthermore, small calves have been sighted in mid winter, indicating that orcas are the only species of whale to breed in Antarctic waters. They are common in Antarctic waters, with a …

Three distinct types of killer whale, or orcas, can be found in the Antarctic, each with a different habitat and diet preference. One type of orca preys almost exclusively on the Antarctic minke …

2 days ago · Orca Ecotypes in Antarctic Waters Not all Orcinus orca are created equal. In Antarctica, scientists have identified several distinct ecotypes, populations that differ in …

Orcas, also known as killer whales, are found in every ocean but are most abundant in the Southern Ocean. Their population is estimated to be between 25,000 - 27,000, making them …

Jul 5, 2024 · The orca or killer whale is commonly seen along the Antarctic Peninsula. It’s the only toothed species of whale you’ll find in Antarctica, and is in fact the largest species of dolphin in …

In a remote corner of Antarctica, a group of killer whales capture their prey in the most extraordinary fashion. Swimming together, they create waves so powerful and accurate, they …

Type B (Antarctic killer whales) undertake rapid migrations from the Antarctic to subtropical waters off Uruguay and Brazil. These rapid travels may be over 5,800 miles (9,400 km) round trip.

Mar 27, 2024 · One leading candidate may be “Type D” killer whales identified in the Southern Ocean around Antarctica. Other killer whales in Antarctic waters also look very different from …

In the 1970’s & 80’s a number of scientists proposed that there were different species of orca living in Antarctic waters. Many others were sceptical and denied that there was more than …