Orcas at Ohinewai (Coromandel) Traditional Cache
Orcas at Ohinewai (Coromandel)
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Orca or killer whale
Despite its confusing name, the killer whale is actually the largest member of the dolphin family. It is well known and can be identified relatively easily by its distinctive black and white markings and very tall, prominent dorsal fin.
Often Orcas pass this spot and can be viewed from the shore. The day I was here Ben, a 15 year old Orca with a smaller Orca at his side passed. Ben had an accident 5 years ago which split his dorsal fin. Half his fin is upright and the other half lays across his back.
Sightings of killer whales can be reported to the 0800 DOC HOTline (0800 362 468). These are always of interest and help increase our knowledge of cetacean distribution and movements around New Zealand. Useful information includes species/description, location, number of individuals, estimated sizes, what they appeared to be doing and the direction in which they were headed. The Orca Project also like to know when killer whales visit. They can be contacted on 0800 SEE ORCA (0800 733 6722).
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