The Alula whale (Orcinus mörzer-bruynsus or Orcinus moerzer-bruynsus) is a cetacean from the Indian Ocean, one of several cetaceans known primarily from sightings reported by W. F. J. Mörzer Bruyns, The Alula whale is distinguished from the killer whale (Orcinus orca) mainly by its sepia colouration and white scars.
The Alula whale resembles a killer whale (Orcinus orca), but with a sepia brown body patterned with white starlike scars. Its forehead is round, more like the head of a pilot whale (Globicephala sp.) than a killer whale, though not quite as round, and sported a small snout. The dorsal fin is very prominent and high above the surface, at least 2 ft (60 cm).
These whales move in pods of four to eight individuals, but averaging six, cruising at a speed of around four knots. Alula Whales prefer deep water where they can dive deep to hunt their preferred prey, deep-sea squid.