Ever wanted to speak like an orca? For over 50 years, OrcaLab has been listening to the unique and beautiful calls of the Northern Resident Orca community who inhabit the waters of British Columbia, Canada.
From July through September you can test your skills by listening live to our hydrophones, as the Northern Resident Orcas visit their summer home.
In this app, you'll learn how to classify different orca families - called 'matrilines' based entirely on their sound.
All recordings are the property of the Pacific Orca Society and may not be shared, distributed or copied without permission.
This reference app was made by the non-profit whale research station, OrcaLab.
There are over 300 orcas in this community, and each family has its own distinct sound.
For licensing inquiries please contact OrcaLab directly via their website.
Head to our website to learn more.