The Natural History Museum is taking a plunge into the realm of these powerful animals via a large-scale exhibition, one that ...

Orcas, or killer whales, are deadly and beautiful apex predators.

Orcas, also known as killer whales, are one of the ocean’s most powerful predators. Despite their nickname, attacks on humans are extremely rare. While orcas are capable of harming people, most ...

One of the world’s largest mammals, the humpback whale is an incredible species for many reasons. They may even be the ocean’s protectors. Researchers have witnessed humpback whales intervening during ...

New research shows southern resident killer whales grooming each other using kelp they’ve modified, and researchers think it’s the first time researchers have documented marine mammals making tools.

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Three orcas that had not previously been recorded in the Seattle area have delighted whale watchers with several visits.