The orca, or killer whale, is among the ocean’s most intelligent and formidable predators! 😳 Even at weights reaching 6 tons, it can surge through the water at speeds up to 56 km/h (34.8 mph), outpacing many boats. Its streamlined shape, powerful tail flukes, and exceptional muscle strength give it the ability to pursue prey—such as seals and dolphins—with remarkable accuracy. Found in every ocean, from the frigid Arctic to warm tropical waters, orcas demonstrate extraordinary adaptability and

From unique accents to fascinating hunting tactics—orcas are full of interesting qualities. How many of these remarkable facts caught you by surprise? | National Geographic

An orca was seen repeatedly bumping into a yacht near the Strait of Gibraltar, an area known for orca attacks on marine vessels. Researchers hypothesize that the attacks might be a new “fad” among the orca population in the area, or a reaction to a bad experience involving a boat, according to Scientific American. Alfredo Lopez, an orca researcher at the Atlantic Orca Working Group, told Scientific American that the orca attacks near the Iberian Peninsula are part of a rare behavior that has onl