noun
- plural of orca; large black and white marine mammals, also known as killer whales
Examples
- The pod of orcas swam gracefully through the Pacific waters.
- Marine biologists study orcas to understand their complex social behaviors.
- Orcas are actually the largest members of the dolphin family.
- The aquarium’s orcas performed impressive jumps during the show.
- Wild orcas can live up to 80 years in their natural habitat.
- Researchers identified the orcas by their distinctive dorsal fins.