A pod of killer whales swims

Appendix

Killer Whale Ecotypes

Scientists currently recognize at least ten killer whale ecotypes throughout the world's oceans. These ecotypes have overlapping geographic ranges in certain areas but have slight genetic differences and distinct differences in size, habitat, color pattern, dorsal fin shape, vocalizations, diet, and hunting strategies.

 

 

 

Northern Hemisphere

 

 

Northern Hemisphere Killer Whales

 

Southern Hemisphere

 

Southern Hemisphere Killer Whales