orca whales Archives – Gizmodo Australia

Chronic Stress Makes Captive Orcas Sick And More Likely To Die Young

Science & Health

1 year ago

Chronic Stress Makes Captive Orcas Sick And More Likely To Die Young

George Dvorsky

Everyone Is Saying This Whale Is ‘Talking’, But IDK, Sounds More Like Farting To Me

Science & Health

2 years ago

Everyone Is Saying This Whale Is ‘Talking’, But IDK, Sounds More Like Farting To Me

Ryan F. Mandelbaum

Captive Orca Whales Are So Bored They’re Destroying Their Teeth

Science & Health

3 years ago

Captive Orca Whales Are So Bored They’re Destroying Their Teeth

George Dvorsky

An investigation into the oral health of captive orca whales is raising serious concerns about the health and welfare of these majestic creatures. Out of boredom and frustration, many of the whales turn to chewing on concrete and steel tank surfaces, causing wear and tear that leads to further problems.

This Could Be Why Orcas Have Been Eating Great White Sharks In South Africa

Science & Health

3 years ago

This Could Be Why Orcas Have Been Eating Great White Sharks In South Africa

Ryan F. Mandelbaum

Brutal Drone Footage Shows A Pod Of Orcas Attacking A Minke Whale

Science & Health

3 years ago

Brutal Drone Footage Shows A Pod Of Orcas Attacking A Minke Whale

George Dvorsky

As apex predators, orcas can prey on whichever marine animal they choose — large or small. During a recent expedition off the coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula, scientists captured rare footage of orcas attacking a 12m-long minke whale.