Orcas

KILLER WHALE SHOCK: Orcas Drop Jaws with Unprecedented Great White Shark Hunts in South Africa

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South African orcas have been stunning scientists with their hunting tactics along the country’s coastline. Since at least 2017, a pair of orcas has been collaborating to kill great white sharks, primarily targeting their nutrient-rich livers. This behavior has not only driven the sharks away from certain areas near Cape Town but has also raised questions about its implications for the wider marine ecosystem. In a recent study published in the African Journal of Marine …

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Orcas Narrowly Escape Death After Being Trapped by Sea Ice – Local Officials Speak Out

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RAUSU, JAPAN – A group of orcas believed to be trapped by drift sea ice near Japan’s main northern island of Hokkaido has reportedly managed to escape, according to a local official. The pod of more than 10 orcas had been spotted by a local fisherman on Tuesday morning, prompting concerns for their safety. Rausu town officials conducted a two-hour search for the whales on Wednesday, but were unable to locate them. Ryoji Onuma, who …

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Orcas Stranded by Sea Ice Off Japan Coast Escape: Incredible Drone Footage Shows Their Struggle

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RAUSU, Japan – A pod of at least 10 orcas that were entangled in sea ice off the coast of northern Japan seemed to have freed themselves, according to local officials on Wednesday. Drone footage captured by the wildlife organization Wildlife Pro depicted the killer whales struggling among the frozen waters off Hokkaido, Japan. The coast guard was unable to rescue the whales on Tuesday because the surrounding ice was too thick, as reported by …

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Orcas Trapped in Drift Ice Off Japan’s Coast – Is There Hope for Their Rescue?

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Tokyo, Japan – A pod of killer whales has been trapped in drift ice just off the coast of northern Japan, sparking concern among officials and environmentalists. The whales, also known as orcas, have become stuck in thick ice, leaving them struggling for air and freedom. The situation has captured the attention of the nation, with experts and officials closely monitoring the whales’ predicament. Local residents and marine conservationists have expressed worries for the well-being …

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