If you thought this animal was a killer whale, that would be false! While they share some physical similarities, false killer whales lack the striking white undersides and eye patches that true killer whales have.
False killer whales can be found in tropical and warm temperate waters throughout most of the world′s oceans. This is mainly present in deep waters and is one of the largest members of the dolphin family, growing up to 6 meters (20 feet) long. They have long, dark, slender bodies and a rounded head with no beak. Scientists can use natural markings like scars, nicks, or other physical irregularities to identify them.
False killer whales form strong bonds leading to divisions of ″friend groups″ made up of a few individuals that break off from the larger aggregation to hunt for prey. They are also often found socializing and associating with whales and other species of dolphin, such as the bottlenose dolphin. While hunting, false killer whales display remarkable cooperation – they are known to come together and share their catch, usually fish or squid, with other members of the group. Agile and athletic, they are able to dive 300-500 meters (91–152 feet) down or jump well above the surface when in pursuit of prey. They also have been witnessed slinging fish high above the water before eating them.