Usage Note
orque is feminine, so say une orque. It is the standard French scientific term for the killer whale (Orcinus orca). The informal alternative épaulard is also used in French, especially in older or regional texts. Orque has become more common through nature documentaries and marine park culture.
Examples
"L'orque chasse en groupe dans l'océan."
Natural Translation
The orca hunts in groups in the ocean.
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