Killer whale pod develops unique technique to hunt world's largest fish
In the attacks, caught on video between 2018 and 2024, the orcas killed young whale sharks that gathered in the Gulf of California to feed.
Killer Whales Target The Largest Fish On Earth In Coordinated Attacks
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Killer whales invent unique ways to hunt giant whale sharks
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Unique killer whale pod may have acquired special skills to hunt whale sharks
Killer whales can feed on marine mammals, turtles, and fish. In the Gulf of California, a pod might have picked up new skills that help them hunt whale sharks—the world's largest fish, growing up to 18 meters long.
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Researchers have documented killer whales working as a team to prey on whale sharks in the Gulf of California.
Killer whales hunt and feast on the largest fish on Earth
Off the coast of Mexico, an orca pod led by 50-year-old Moctezuma brutally goes after whale sharks (which aren't whales, by the way). Scientists are fascinated.
Killer whale pod 'has unique skills to hunt world's biggest fish'
A pod of killer whales has been spotted hunting the world's biggest fish, the whale shark, which is the first recorded case.
Killer Whale Pod Members Team Together When Hunting Whale Sharks
Orcas appear to select the youngest fish, work together to flip them upside down, then target the most vulnerable areas of their bellies.
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