Fact Sheet
Orca

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Fast Facts
Size: Male orcas can grow up to 23 feet long, while females top out around 21 feet.
Weight: Males weigh seven to ten tons, and females weigh 4 to 6.
Lifespan: Orcas live 30 to 50 years in the wild.
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Protection Status
Endangered Species Act:
Endangered
CITES:
Appendix II
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