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Preferred term

Whale, Killer  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • 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.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Killer Whale
  • Orcinus orca
  • txid9733

In other languages

  • French

  • Baleine tueuse
  • Épaulard
  • Orcinus orca
  • Orque
  • txid9733

URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-FGJ5M7C9-5

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