Orcas hunt great whites — yet they only want one part.
What happens when apex predators meet? Stunning drone footage captures orcas hunting and killing great white sharks off the coast of Mexico. The killer whales expertly target the sharks, disabling them with powerful blows.
Here's the surprising part: the orcas are not interested in the entire shark. They specifically go for the liver, a nutrient-rich organ. This behavior, previously observed but rarely filmed, offers a glimpse into sophisticated hunting strategies.
This feeding behavior, documented by marine biologists like Dr. Aliza Mather, highlights a shift in the ocean's predator dynamics. It's like they're ordering a specific delicacy!
The footage, released by a team studying marine life, shows the orcas cooperating to isolate and attack the sharks. This coordinated effort allows them to overpower much larger predators.
Will this hunting pattern change great white shark populations in the region? Scientists are watching closely.
