Orcas evolved from a small deer-like species that roamed the earth more than 50 million years ago. They are among the most formidable animals in the ocean — pack-hunting creatures that feed on ...

A study of orcas in the North Pacific has revealed that mothers make a "lifelong sacrifice" for their sons. Rearing a son significantly reduced a female killer whale's chance of reproducing in the ...

By Emily Anthes In the summer of 2018, off the coast of British Columbia, an orca named Tahlequah gave birth. When the calf died after just half an hour, Tahlequah refused to let go. For more than ...

A solitary killer whale, or orca, has been filmed hunting and killing a great white shark in an "astonishing" attack. Scientists said it was "unprecedented" and showed the exceptional predatory ...

Climate Lab is a Seattle Times initiative that explores the effects of climate change in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The project is funded in part by The Bullitt Foundation, Jim and Birte ...

However, humans continue to understand a great deal, giving us a wealth of fascinating-if not necessarily useful-facts about ...

A stunning video shows an anxious baby killer whale approaching humans in a boat to rescue its mother who is stuck in a fishing net. After the rescue service experts calm down the baby whale ...

Several killer whale calves were spotted “playing” with prey along Monterey Bay last weekend, enthralling wildlife photographers lucky enough to capture the sight and share it on social media.

by Courtney Schley and James Austin These games can introduce kids to new genres, help them build skills, and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive ...

Tickets start at $125 for adults and $89 for children 2 to 17. (Infants ride for free.) The San Juan Islands afford ample opportunities to see a variety of whale species, including orcas ...

Cloud security vendor Orca Security has announced a major expansion across the Australia and New Zealand markets driven by growing regional demand for enhanced cloud protection. The company has ...

The best scooters for kids are not only safe and durable, but are also fun, provide a smooth ride and can actually help kids get where they need to go. As caregivers, we also want to prioritize ...