A turf war could be brewing between sharks and orcas off Cape Cod: scientists

A turf war could be brewing between sharks and orcas off Cape Cod: scientists

They could make waves with each other. Scientists say a turf war could be brewing between orcas and white sharks off the shores of Cape Cod. On Jun. 2, an orca named “Old Thom” was seen swimming in the Chatham area off the cape — a place known for numerous shark sightings. There is now … Read more

Killer whales may be crashing into boats for fun, study reveals: Orcas ‘have time on their hands’

Killer whales may be crashing into boats for fun, study reveals: Orcas ‘have time on their hands’

They sea an opportunity for shenanigans. For the last four years, a small band of orcas have been raising hell off the Atlantic coasts of Europe by ramming into nearly 700 vessels and making some sink, according to the Washington Post. Now, a new report highlights the most probable reason why these killer whales dangerously … Read more

Orcas sink Polish yacht after 45-minute attack, tour company says

Orcas sink Polish yacht after 45-minute attack, tour company says

Free Willy has targeted humans on the high seas yet again. This time, a pod of killer whales nearly lived up to their name after brutally sinking a Polish yacht off the coast of Morocco, according to a Facebook post by the tour company Morskie Mile. The incident occurred on Oct. 31 after a group … Read more