killer whale

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.

"A countdown of five of the most dangerous killer whale encounters provides thrills as readers learn about the biological, social, and hunting characteristics of these ocean predators"--.

"Every orca pod has its very own theme song! Musical elements include whistles, clicks, and pops. 'Singing' is the orca way of communicating, navigating, and hunting. This read offers young children the chance to get in tune with the world's largest dolphin species"--From the publisher's web site.

Photographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and diet of orcas.

Find out exciting facts about orcas, including how they are the largest kind of dolphin, how they use sound to help them catch their food, and more.

Photographs and text offer an overview of the habitats, physical characteristics, behavior, and diet of killer whales.

"If a shark and a killer whale were to meet and fight, which one would win? Read this book to find out!"--Provided by the publisher.

Contains facts about killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.

Contains facts about killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities --.

A photographic introduction to killer whales and their family, discussing their physical characteristics, where they live, their senses, defenses, food, babies, and behaviors, and including fast facts and a glossary.