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Killer whale

Killer whales, or Orcas are seen year-round in the sanctuary, but most frequently in the spring, corresponding to the migration of mother gray whales and calves. Killer whales patrol the canyon edges searching for grays - feeding upon their calves.

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Reviewed: April 11, 2024
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