Killer whales in the Gulf of California hunt great white sharks

Orcas in Mexico's Gulf of California, specifically Moctezuma's Pod, are skillfully hunting juvenile great white sharks. They induce tonic immobility and extract nutrient-rich livers, a behavior suggesting learned strategies and potential ecological shifts. This highlights the adaptability of apex predators in a changing ocean.

Killer whales in the Gulf of California hunt great white sharks
Orcas in Mexico's Gulf of California, specifically Moctezuma's Pod, are skillfully hunting juvenile great white sharks. They induce tonic immobility and extract nutrient-rich livers, a behavior suggesting learned strategies and potential ecological shifts. This highlights the adaptability of apex predators in a changing ocean.