In three of four hunting events ... In South Africa, orcas have developed techniques to kill great white sharks, one of the ocean’s most fearsome predators. The behavior has driven the sharks ...

Younger orcas learn these techniques from older ones. Orcas haven’t been documented, however, cooperatively hunting with whales. Indeed orcas prey on sperm, gray, fin, humpback, and many other ...

In three of four hunting events ... In South Africa, orcas have developed techniques to kill great white sharks, one of the ocean’s most fearsome predators. The behavior has driven the sharks ...

Students study the vocalizations, hunting techniques and social behaviors of four communities of orcas and discuss whether, due to their differences, they can be considered different cultures.

Killer whales are the largest dolphin species. They are highly social and spend most of their lives swimming in large pods of family members. Hunting techniques are passed down through generations, so ...

Scientists have found increasing evidence that culture shapes what and how orcas eat, what they do for fun, even their choice of mates. Michael Parfit / Mountainside Films Orcas have evolved ...