World Orca Day is an international day to celebrate orcas, held on July 14th every year. The day aims to raise awareness and promote conservation of killer whales and the marine environment they live in.
World Orca Day was proposed by orca researcher Dr. Ingrid N. Visser at the World Whale Congress held in Boston on November 8, 2013. The first anniversary was held on July 14, 2014 and has been held every year since.
What kind of animal?
Killer whales are a type of toothed whale that belongs to the family Dolphinidae. Known for their distinctive black and white color pattern, they live in oceans around the world. Killer whales are the apex predators of the marine ecosystem, and their intelligence and sociability fascinate many people.
World Killer Whale Day is an important opportunity to highlight the importance of protecting and sustaining the marine environment through the fascinating creatures of the killer whale.