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Orcas observed ramming and killing ocean sunfish in Gulf of California

Researchers have documented the first recorded instance of orcas attacking and killing a large ocean sunfish (Mola mola) in the Gulf of California. The behavior, which appeared to be predatory or potentially playful, provides new insight into the hunting strategies of these apex predators.

Gazeta Wyborcza3 days agoMXCredibility 37%View source

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Mosaic Score2.1
Confidence0.9
Significance0.1
Source credibility0.4

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