saat3 jan4 king4殺人鯨杀人鲸
Jyutpingsaat3 jan4 king4
Yalesaat yàhn kìhng
Definition
Killer whale; orca.
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How it's used
Despite the name, these animals are biologically classified as the largest members of the dolphin family. They are highly intelligent, social predators that hunt in pods, which is why they are often referred to as apex predators in marine ecosystems.
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Are there any killer whales to see at Ocean Park?
Killer whales are actually a type of dolphin.
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Common phrases
wild killer whale
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the term 鯨魚, which is a general term for whales. While 殺人鯨 contains the character for whale, it is technically a dolphin, so using it interchangeably with other whale species can be scientifically inaccurate.
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