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What type of marine mammals do whales eat?
The big whales as a rule don't eat marine mammals, but Orcas - killer whales - will eat seals, sea lions, and even other whales when they have the chance.
What does a mammalologist do?
it is a branch off of marine biology that deals with whales and dolphins and other ocean mammals
Do killer whales eat other killer whales?
No, killer whales do not typically eat other killer whales. They are known to primarily feed on fish, seals, and other marine mammals, but instances of killer whales attacking and eating other killer whales are rare and not a common behavior.
Do pygmy whales hunt other marine life?
All marine mammals and fish feed on other marine life to survive. Even the smallest fish in the sea feed on algae and plankton.
What behaviors do killer whales exhibit in the wild that distinguish them from other marine mammals?
Killer whales, also known as orcas, exhibit unique behaviors in the wild that set them apart from other marine mammals. These behaviors include complex social structures, sophisticated hunting techniques, and distinct vocalizations for communication. Additionally, killer whales are known for their ability to work together in coordinated groups, called pods, to hunt and protect their young. These behaviors make killer whales one of the most intelligent and adaptable marine mammals in the ocean.
What swims in schools?
Fish swim in schools. Other marine species, like whales and dolphins (which are mammals) swim in "pods"
How did killer whales get their name?
Killer whales got their name from their reputation as skilled hunters that sometimes prey on other marine mammals, earning them the nickname "killer whale."
What whales do orcas eat?
Fish, squid, baby whales and other marine animals
Do orcas eat whales as part of their diet in the wild?
No, orcas do not typically eat whales as part of their diet in the wild. They primarily feed on fish, seals, and other marine mammals.
Do killer whales eat other whales?
Yes, killer whales, also known as orcas, are known to eat other whales, including smaller species like minke whales and larger species like blue whales. They are apex predators and have a diverse diet that includes fish, seals, and other marine mammals.
How do killer whales eat their food?
They chew it with their teeth the same as we do. some types of killer whales eat small fish then there are other types that eat marine mammals like dolphins.
What mammals don't live on land?
elephants, giraffes, horses... etc (marsupials, ungulates, monkeys)whales, otters and seals/sea lions are pretty much the only mammals that go into the water or stay in the water
