# SayOrca > Identify orca families by their unique vocalizations and acoustic signatures. (iPhone/iPad app by Pacific Orca Society.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sayorca/id6444171945 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Pacific Orca Society](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652809345) - Category: Reference - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 56 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2023-03-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sayorca/id6444171945/reviews.md ## What is SayOrca? 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. There are over 300 orcas in this community, and each family has its own distinct sound. In this app, you'll learn how to classify different orca families - called 'matrilines' based entirely on their sound. Each matriline has a repertoire of around 10-15 discreet calls which forms their acoustic signature, and with enough practice you'll be able to recognize different orcas just by listening! From July through September you can test your skills by listening live to our hydrophones, as the Northern Resident Orcas visit their summer home. Head to our website to learn more. This reference app was made by the non-profit whale research station, OrcaLab. All recordings are the property of the Pacific Orca Society and may not be shared, distributed or copied without permission. For licensing inquiries please contact OrcaLab directly via their website. ## Key features - Classify orca matrilines by sound - Learn distinct orca vocalizations - Test skills with live hydrophone recordings - Discover acoustic signatures of orca families - Educational reference app ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sayorca/id6444171945/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Fascinating *2025-08-05* Beautifully captured sounds of the most beloved creatures. Warms my heart to hear them communicate. Love orcas ### 5/5 — I love orcas!!!!!!! *2024-10-25, version 1.1.0* I love orcas because they hunt prey and you can hear the echolocation!!!! ### 5/5 — Fascinating and good learning tool *2024-09-05* Such a cool way to collect and share each orca’s individual vocalizations across the 3 acoustic clans. My dog loves listening too. 😉 ### 5/5 — Favourite app! *2024-07-16, version 1.1.0* So so helpful on learning the calls of different groups! Absolutely love this app. ### 5/5 — SayOrca App Perfection *2023-07-18* Absolutely love this App the sound quality is incredible! Listening to the beautiful Orca calls and songs with this quality is amazing ### 2/5 — Best app *2023-07-17, version 1.1.0* How powerful to bring these special whale calls directly to your phone. Thank you for this amazing app! ### 5/5 — Amazing app - mist have for every orca fan *2023-07-17, version 1.1.0* If you like or love orcas you must have this app. We are comparing live what we are hearing but you also can enjoy it at home and listen to your favourite pod any time you want too. Thanks so much Orcalab for making this available for us. ❤️ ### 5/5 — SayOrca is a great app!! *2023-07-16* SayOrca looks and works beautifully - I can’t wait to continue learning and comparing the Northern Resident orca calls I hear throughout the summer seasons! Excellent work! ### 5/5 — Love it! *2023-07-15, version 1.1.0* This will be so fun! ### 5/5 — Great app *2023-07-15, version 1.1.0* Love this app thank you! It’s great to have a way of trying to identify the calls of the NRKW’s ## Frequently asked questions about SayOrca ### What is SayOrca? SayOrca is a reference app developed by OrcaLab that teaches users to identify different orca families, known as 'matrilines,' based on their unique sounds. It allows you to learn and recognize the acoustic signatures of over 300 orcas. ### How does SayOrca work? The app focuses on the distinct calls of each orca matriline, with each family having a repertoire of 10-15 calls. Through practice, users can learn to recognize different orca families solely by listening to their vocalizations. ### Can I listen to live orca sounds with SayOrca? Yes, from July through September, you can test your skills by listening live to the Northern Resident Orcas via hydrophones integrated into the app. This provides a real-time opportunity to practice identification. ### Is SayOrca available on Android devices? Based on the provided data, SayOrca is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available. ### What is the age rating for SayOrca? SayOrca has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about orcas. ### How often is SayOrca updated? The app was last updated on July 14, 2023, to version 1.1.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance by the developer. ### Is SayOrca free to download and use? Yes, SayOrca is available for free. The app does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a completely free educational experience. ### Who developed SayOrca? SayOrca was developed by the Pacific Orca Society, a non-profit whale research station. All recordings are the property of the Pacific Orca Society. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 1.1.0 — 2023-07-14 Corrected capitalization in the display name. See major UI updates. Enjoy SayOrca! ### 1.0.9 — 2023-07-10 Updated screenshots of UI changes. See major UI updates. Enjoy SayOrca! ### 1.0.8 — 2023-07-09 Major UI updates. Various bug fixes. 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