The behavior, often called “wave-washing,” has been seen in nature before. Pods of orcas swim in formation toward a seal on ...
Orcas are among the most intelligent and dangerous predators in the ocean, capable of hunting in highly coordinated groups with astonishing precision. Some pods specialize in killing great white ...
Coordinating 4 orcas in perfect synchrony is an absolute requirement for successful ice-based hunting missions. Pervasive vessel noise creates significant communication barriers for pods of up to 20 ...
A new study has detailed how Antarctic orcas generate 'depression waves' to knock seals from ice floes, using precise ...
A pod of Pacific white-sided dolphins off the coast of British Columbia have been observed cooperating with orcas, a traditional enemy that’s better known for taking out great white sharks than ...
Floating ice provides a perfect resting place for tired seals. They are safer from predators than they would be in the water – or so they think! Danger is lurking in the depths. Circling the ice floe ...