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Melissa Hobson

Orcas are eating sharks in the Gulf of California — and it may be happening more than we think, experts say

Two Orcas photographed underwater in Norway.

Orcas are hunting sharks in the Gulf of California, targeting large species including bull sharks and blacktips, scientists reveal.  

Three orcas, or killer whales, are behind the attacks, and researchers say it is unclear what impact these hunts could have on the ecosystem, and whether sharks will eventually decide to leave the area. 

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