Orca “attacks”

[BNJ1878]

Isn't it true that there's not a single recorded attack on humans in history by Orcas?

If they suddenly decide that actually, we look pretty tasty, then we're screwed tbh

Dunno, I reckon they're just curious.

 

[edge]

Orcas are the the most geographically diverse animal (after humans) on the planet. They are found in literally every ocean and off the coast of every country.

Which begs the question, why do the BBC and others make themselves suffer by only filming them in places where its freezing cold? Surely you'd much sooner sit off somewhere with a nice rum and film them?

As for the attacks I suspect its a convenient training tool for the youngsters rather than any kind of revenge mission. They only attack sailing boat rudders, a relatively large protrusion not moving too fast and holding a fairly steady course. I'd guess it helps the kids learn about closing speeds and angles of attack etc. As soon as the rudders break off they generally bugger off right away.

So far, it's only this one pod around the straights of Gibraltar and up the coast of Portugal that's exhibiting this behaviour which rules out climate change driving them potty.

There's a couple of pods living off the coast of the UAE. One that roams between Abu Dhabi and Qatar, and another that works the coast between Dubai and the Straights of Hormuz. I have seen the latter pod from time to time, and caught a video of 3 of them (a mother and two calves) a few years back when I was heading out fishing with a few locals in their traditional chugger.

Adrenaline pumping stuff. Incredible.

Brilliant that love to see one, my favourite creature on the planet.

 

[Loz]

I suspect that they’re Everton supporters and they’ve decided that they’ve had enough. The “48 hour” BK thing was the last straw for them.
The scientists no longer need to be baffled.

 

[JimmyJeffers]

saw orcas off BC on an organised tour many years ago. Pretty incredible stuff. Would always advise doing this sort of thing with regulated firms as they follow strict regulations regarding approach and distance.

Seeing more and more people desperate for Instagram photos having no respect for the safety of wild animals.

 

[Rita_Poon]

Are they more intelligent than dolphins or they about the same?

 

[DavidH]

I suspect that they’re Everton supporters and they’ve decided that they’ve had enough. The “48 hour” BK thing was the last straw for them.
The scientists no longer need to be baffled.

Free Billy

 

[Tommy Chong]

If anything, they should be pissed at the Japanese.

Aren't they the only nation that still does whaling?

 

[Rita_Poon]

Isn't it true that there's not a single recorded attack on humans in history by Orcas?

If they suddenly decide that actually, we look pretty tasty, then we're screwed tbh

bbc, 'the trials of life' I think it was, cameraman on the beach...

 

[Rita_Poon]

If anything, they should be pissed at the Japanese.

Aren't they the only nation that still does whaling?

 

[Tommy Chong]

'Whale and dolphin!!!!!'

 

[slipstream86]

Anyone know what’s up with the orcas?

Just had their first line of beak. Now need to gain respect from their peers by starting on a randomer.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/orca-attacks-boats-arent-revenge-093500310.html

 

[Milk]

Funny how behaviour changes. Commentary saying they only go after weak or old or injured seals ….

Partial to a bit of Great White too (esp their livers) in attacks of SA and Australia

 

[Jamo Martinez]

Saw footage of a pod that deliberately cause a wave to wash a seal of the block of ice it was taking refuge on.

Magnificent animals.

 

[Jamo Martinez]

Isn't it true that there's not a single recorded attack on humans in history by Orcas?

If they suddenly decide that actually, we look pretty tasty, then we're screwed tbh

None in the wild no. There've been a fair few in captivity. Confinement is not good for any species.

Check out the documentary 'Black Fish' if you haven't seen it.