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A killer whale (also called an orca) is a marine mammal.[1] The largest member of the dolphin family, it was characterised by its black body, white underbelly, and the white, eye-like patches above both of its actual eyes.[1]
An orca was one possible corporeal form of the Patronus Charm.[2]
History[]
In 1994, Dudley Dursley was described as having reached "roughly the size and weight of a young killer whale," prompting the Smeltings school nurse to urge his his mother and father to place him on a strict diet.[3]
Appearances[]
- Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (First mentioned)
- Pottermore (First appearance) (Appears as a Patronus)
- Wizarding World (Appears as a Patronus)
Notes and references[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Killer whale" on Encyclopedia Britannica
- ↑ Pottermore (see this image)
- ↑ Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Chapter 3 (The Invitation)
