The ocean is full of mighty hunters. Two of the most feared are the shark and the orca (killer whale). Sharks are ancient, solitary predators. They have rows of razor-sharp teeth, whereas orcas are ...

Killer whales utilize echolocation as a communication and hunting instrument. These sounds travel through the water and, upon encountering an object, reflect back, disclosing crucial information about ...

(NewsNation) — Orcas in the Gulf of California were spotted attacking great white sharks using a unique hunting strategy: A body slam and liver eating. Researchers caught the interactions on camera in ...

Orcas are called “killer whales” for a reason. These apex predators are adept pack hunters, using coordinated attacks and specialized techniques to take down their prey. Scientists recently captured ...

Some experts point to orcas, while others say human activity is the real threat ...

People love a tidy villain, so sharks get cast as the ocean’s hitmen, while orcas get treated like spooky geniuses with manners. Reality is less cinematic and more biological. Orcas are fully capable ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...