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Orcas are also called Killer Whales but Orcas are not Whales. Theyare actually Dolphins. The largest in the Dolphin family. So how didthey get the name Killer Whale?We all know how intelligent Dolphins are. Maybe Orcas are smarter?They can understand hand signs, voice commands and have incrediblememories. They communicate with one another using a unique languagethat only Orcas belonging to the same group can understand.Not only smart but impressive...
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Discover Interesting and Amazing facts About the Orca – Killer WhaleOrca Killer Whales are huge sea animals many of which are as big as a school bus! Now that's big!So what does something that big eat?Where does this amazing animal live?Why are they called killer whales?Why is it a mammal and not a fish?What exactly is a mammal?These questions and many more are answered in this fun book where you will get a closer look at the life of the Orca –...
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Between killer whales and alligators, one animal seems to be the best beast, but who would actually win in a face off? An alligator's bite is one of the strongest in the animal kingdom, but is the killer whale's tougher? Through this imaginative and informative text, young readers will discover key facts about each species and decide themselves! This book features full color photographs paired easy to read text and facts that bring each animal to...
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Many people fear the great white shark. But an even deadlier animal lurks in the world's oceans-the killer whale. What would happen if these two faced off? This book looks at the advantages and attack moves of each of these underwater predators. Charts and graphs compare and contrast the two in tooth size, secret weapons, weight, and more. A final narrative tells of an epic battle between the animals. Who will rule the ocean?
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The fascinating and heartbreaking account of the first publicly exhibited captive killer whale - a story that forever changed the way we see orcas and sparked the movement to save them. Killer whales had always been seen as bloodthirsty sea monsters. That all changed when a young killer whale was captured off the west coast of North America and displayed to the public in 1964. Moby Doll - as the whale became known - was an instant celebrity, drawing...
10) Killer whales
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the killer whale.
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Animals have been an influential part of science, technology, and travel throughout time. Shamu: The 1st Killer Whale in Captivity introduces readers to the historical climate of the 1960s, information on Orcas, background on Shamu, a chronology of Shamu's life, and how her captivity influenced history. Colorful graphic art, fast facts, and a glossary will bring the historic animal to a younger audience. A great supplement to your history graphic...
12) Orcas
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24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
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"Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to orcas"--Provided by publisher.
14) Killer whales
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48 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 22 cm.
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This book briefly examines the behaviors and habitat of the killer whale.
Introduces killer whales, discussing their physical characteristics, diet, habitats, and status as an endangered species.
15) Blackfish
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1 videodisc (83 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Killer whales – beloved, yet infamous for their capacity to kill viciously – lie at the heart of BLACKFISH, which expands on the discussion of keeping such intelligent creatures in captivity. Official Selection at the **Sundance Film Festival** and **San Francisco International Film Festival**.
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79 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps, portraits ; 24 x 29 cm.
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"Follow the scientists working in the Pacific Northwest to learn about the orca whale population there, as they race to save these remarkable mammals from extinction. Perfect for fans of The Great White Shark Scientist and readers looking for excellent nonfiction on this high-interest animal."--
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viii, 394 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm
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Since the release of the documentary Blackfish in 2013, millions around the world have focused on the plight of the orca, the most profitable and controversial display animal in history. Yet, until now, no historical account has explained how we came to care about killer whales in the first place. Drawing on interviews, official records, private archives, and his own family history, Jason M. Colby tells the exhilarating and often heartbreaking story...
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"[A 100 year-old orca whale named Granny leads a clan of orcas near the Pacific Northwest in hunting, teaching young whales, and establishing a friendship with humans. Back matter expands on orca life, including their language, echolocation abilities, and family relations]"--Provided by publisher.
20) Orcas
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"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how orcas live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the mammal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the mammal's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity...
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