Epaulard

Orcinus orca

Data Deficient ?

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

50 years

Length

8.0 m

Weight

5.4 t

Population

50.0K

Trend

? Unknown

About

The largest member of the dolphin family, orcas reach up to 9 meters and 6 tonnes and are found in every ocean from Arctic to Antarctic. Apex predators living in matrilineal pods with distinct dialects, hunting strategies, and cultural traditions that differ between populations. Some populations specialize in fish, others in marine mammals. No natural predators; orcas sit at the top of every marine food chain they inhabit.

Fun Facts

✨ Orcas live in matrilineal family groups.
✨ Different populations specialize in different prey.
✨ They can swim at speeds of 56 km/h.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 11 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌊 Marine Oceanic 🐚 Marine Neritic

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Epaulard is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

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Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Estimated Population

50.0K

Population Trend

? Unknown

Full Taxonomy

Cetacea (Whales & Dolphins)

Family

Delphinidae (Oceanic Dolphins)

Genus

Orcinus (Orcas)

Species

Orcinus orca (Epaulard)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 虎鯨

Spanish Orca común

French orque

German Schwertwal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Epaulard?

The scientific name of Epaulard is Orcinus orca. It belongs to the genus Orcinus.

What is the conservation status of Epaulard?

Epaulard (Orcinus orca) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is unknown.

Where does Epaulard live?

Epaulard is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, Venezuela.

What family does Epaulard belong to?

Epaulard (Orcinus orca) belongs to the genus Orcinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Delphinidae.

What does Epaulard eat?

Epaulard is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Epaulard live?

Epaulard has an average lifespan of approximately 50 years in the wild.

How many Epaulard are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Epaulard (Orcinus orca) is approximately 50,000 individuals.

What kingdom does Epaulard belong to?

Epaulard (Orcinus orca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).