|
Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.
|
Range
Found in every ocean, the orca is one of the most widely distributed animals known (2). In the UK, it occurs most often around northern and western Scotland, and closer to shore between May and October (4).
|
You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.
|
Habitat
The orca inhabits both coastal and offshore waters (6). It has also been known to venture into estuaries (6).
ARKive principal sponsor
