"Massive Ocean Predators Investigate Surprised Blue Shark Near California Coast"

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"Massive Ocean Predators Investigate Surprised Blue Shark Near California Coast"
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A video captured by Monterey Bay Whale Watch shows a blue shark being startled by a pod of killer whales in the Pacific Ocean near California. The orcas, known as Bigg’s killer whales, were merely curious and did not harm the shark. The encounter, which took place near Monterey, was described as a rare and lucky event by marine biologist Colleen Talty. Killer whales, the largest members of the dolphin family, are top predators that mainly feed on marine mammals and fish, while blue sharks primarily feed on fish, squid, and crustaceans.

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