Killer Whale

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Welcome to the Killer Whale Quiz, where you can test your knowledge and learn more about the top apex predator in the ocean! Orcas are often called the wolves of the sea and are known for their trademark coloring, extraordinary intelligence, and cooperation when hunting in pods for food.

Take the quiz to test your knowledge of Killer Whales if you believe you know everything there is to know about them or if you simply want to learn more about these intriguing marine mammals!

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the killer whale?

Tursiops truncatus
Orcinus orca
Delphinus delphis
Phocoena phocoena

What is the average length of a male killer whale?

12-14 meters
6-8 meters
8-10 meters
15-17 meters

What is the average length of a female killer whale?

9-11 meters
15-17 meters
12-14 meters
7-9 meters

What is the average weight of a male killer whale?

8-10 tons
2-4 tons
11-13 tons
5-7 tons

What is the average weight of a female killer whale?

5-7 tons
11-13 tons
3-4 tons
8-10 tons

What is the diet of killer whales?

Fish
Seals
Plankton
All of the above

What is the lifespan of a killer whale in the wild?

20-40 years
10-30 years
40-60 years
30-50 years

What is the lifespan of a killer whale in captivity?

20-30 years
Up to 50 years
10-20 years
40-50 years

What is the gestation period of a killer whale?

6-8 months
15-17 months
12-14 months
9-11 months

What is the name for a group of killer whales?

Herd
Pod
Flock
School

What is the name for the white patches on a killer whale's body?

Stripes
Spots
Dots
Patches

What is the name for the black and white coloring of a killer whale?

Disruptive coloration
Countershading
Mimicry
Camouflage

What is the name for the technique used by killer whales to hunt seals?

Tail slapping
Breaching
Wave washing
Spyhopping

What is the name for the technique used by killer whales to stun fish?

Bubble netting
Carousel feeding
Tail slapping
Spyhopping

What is the name for the vocalization used by killer whales?

Clicks
Pulses
Whistles
All of the above

What is the name for the type of killer whale that primarily eats fish?

All of the above
Resident
Offshore
Transient

What is the name for the type of killer whale that primarily eats marine mammals?

Offshore
Resident
All of the above
Transient

What is the name for the type of killer whale that lives in open ocean?

Transient
Resident
Offshore
All of the above

What is the name for the type of killer whale that is found in the Antarctic?

Type C
Type B
Type A
Type D

What is the name for the type of killer whale that is found in the sub-Antarctic?

Type A
Type D
Type B
Type C

What is the name for the type of killer whale that is found in the eastern North Pacific?

Type D
Type B
Type A
Type C

What is the name for the type of killer whale that is found in the sub-Antarctic and southern Indian Ocean?

Type C
Type D
Type A
Type B

Types Of Killer Whales

Killer Whales are not only the top predators in the sea but they are found all throughout the world's oceans. They are more abundant in the colder waters of the Arctic, Norway and Alaska and have also been located in tropical and subtropical waters as well. They are most populous in the North Pacific Ocean where there are 3 main types - Offshore, Transient and Resident.

These 3 main types of orcas are known as ecotypes and all differ in size, color, prey preferences, dialects, social groups, foraging techniques, and behaviors. While these are the main types, there are additional types that, depending on the region, also differ in their characteristics, appearances and behaviors.

Interesting Orca Facts

Like many marine animals, the killer whale has always been one to fascinate and intrigue. It has been written about and starred in many movies, whether they are documentaries or entertainment, like Free Willy, and books like The Killer Whale Journals. The beautiful apex predators are always worth learning more about. Read on to discover more interesting facts.

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Melissa Bauernfeind

Melissa Bauernfeind was born in NYC and got her degree in Journalism from Boston University. She lived in San Diego for 10 years and is now back in NYC. She loves adventure and traveling the world with her husband but always misses her favorite little man, "P", half Chihuahua/half Jack Russell, all trouble. She got dive-certified so she could dive with the Great White Sharks someday and is hoping to swim with the Orcas as well.