The orca whale's dorsal fin is large, and impedes their ability to hunt as it gives them away. Oftentimes the dorsal fin grows larger than a human being in height, over 6' tall in males. This towering dorsal fin, can compromise stealth during hunting, especially in shallow waters or near coastlines in which prey may identify the fin before the orca strikes. Despite this disadvantage, orcas have evolved highly coordinated hunting strategies (eg. working in pods, using vocalizations, beaching them...
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