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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Cetacea |
| Family | : | Delphinidae |
| Genus | : | Orcinus |
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| Scientific Name | : | Orcinus Orca |
| Type | : | Mammal |
| Diet | : | Carnivore |
| Size | : | 5-8m (16-26ft) |
| Weight | : | 6,804-8,618kg (15,000-19,000lbs) |
| Top Speed | : | 45km/h (30mph) |
| Life Span | : | 50-60 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Pod |
| Conservation Status | : | Endangered |
| Colour | : | Black, White |
| Skin Type | : | Smooth |
| Favourite Food | : | Seal |
| Habitat | : | Ocean and coastal waters worldwide |
| Average Litter Size | : | 1 |
| Main Prey | : | Seal, Fish, Squid |
| Predators | : | Human, Larger Sharks |
| Special Features | : | Tall, wide dorsal fin and black and white markings |