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Orcas are smarter than great white sharks

Researchers say the observations indicate that orcas may hunt white sharks more frequently than believed, though more data is needed to confirm that pattern

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Scientists witnessed two hunting episodes. File pic/istock

Scientists witnessed two hunting episodes. File pic/istock

A pod of orcas in the Gulf of California has been filmed using remarkable precision to hunt young great white sharks, flipping them onto their backs to reach the nutrient-rich liver inside.

The group may be exploiting the effects of warming waters that are altering shark nursery zones. 

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