How Long Do Killer Whales Live
They say In captivity orcas average life span plummets to just nine years. However its become increasingly clear that orcas do not thrive in captivity. Killer Whales Live Up To Name In Bloodbath Off Bremer Bay Abc News This Granny Orca Predates the Titanic Researchers are studying the information on bowheads to determine how these whales which can grow to about 60 feet long. How long do killer whales live . Killer whales are the largest carnivorous dolphins. Studies are still refining this method of aging. When food is enough the killer whale peacefully coexists with other cetaceans but if the killer whales are hungry they attack without hesitation any rorquals and whales other dolphins pinnipeds and even penguins. How long do killer whales live. The authors note that 62 to 81 percent of wild female killer whales live at least 15 years. Studies on killer whale genetics physical appearance diet and vocalizations have led scientists to believe that there are more than one sp...