Synopses & Reviews
Images from Free Willy and captive killer whales performing at Sea World donand#8217;t tell the real story of these marvelous creatures. With their vast bulk and and#147;killerand#8221; instincts, these predators and#151; weighing up to ten tons and eating more than 100 pounds of food a day and#151; rule their underwater world. This lively book introduces young readers to every aspect of these singular beasts, from their surprising social arrangements (living in lifelong family groups) to their pod-specific dialects to their awesome methods of killing prey. Photos by noted wildlife cinematographer Jeff Foott include rare shots of killer whale behavior.
Synopsis
Provides readers with a comprehensive look at the social structure, eating habits, and hunting methods of these amazing sea creatures, enhanced with color photographs. Reprint.