Concept information
Preferred term
Whale, Killer
Type
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Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Killer Whale
- Killer Whales
- Orcinus orca
- Whales, Killer
Scope note
- The species Orcinus orca, in the family Delphinidae, characterized by its black and white coloration, and huge triangular dorsal fin. It is the largest member of the DOLPHINS and derives its name from the fact that it is a fearsome predator.
History note
- 2006; use DOLPHINS 1998-2005
In other languages
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Finnish
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Orcinus orca
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Swedish
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Orcinus orca
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Pseudorca crassidens
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Späckhuggare
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D050685
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