Over time, that name morphed into "killer whales." Scientists don't know whether orcas kill for fun. The marine mammals do some things, like killing and tossing dead porpoises in the air ...

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The rare orca pod has only been documented seven times since 1993. The two females and three kids were seen about 2.5 miles from Newport Beach last week.

The 39-foot gray whale carcass was discovered floating off Marina del Rey on Saturday with most of its head missing.

Our free, downloadable whale unit includes five days of comprehensive lesson plans, engaging activities, graphic organizers, comprehension questions and more, specifically designed for elementary ...