*** About Killer Whale: The killer whale, or orca, distinguished by its striking black and white coloring, is one of the most powerful predators in the ocean. Revered in many indigenous cultures of the Pacific Northwest, orcas are often associated with strength, dignity, and protection. They are highly social creatures, living in matrilineal family groups known as pods. Cultural representations of the orca across various native communities highlight its significance in myth and folklore, where it frequently appears as a guardian spirit or a transformative figure within creation tales.

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