Fish, sharks, squid, turtles and other marine mammals were all a staple part of its diet and Basilosaurus was well-equipped to find and tackle prey with its keen eyesight and hearing.

• 鱼类、鲨鱼、鱿鱼、海龟和其他海洋哺乳动物，都是它的猎食对象。而且龙王鲸敏锐的视力和听觉让它能够轻松找到和捕获猎物。