Orcas' Disappearance from South Africa Explained

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Orcas' Disappearance from South Africa Explained
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Great white sharks have mysteriously disappeared from South African shores after being targeted and killed by orcas, who were extracting their livers. Scientists have now discovered that the sharks have shifted east to areas like Algoa Bay and the KwaZulu-Natal coastline to avoid further attacks. The study suggests that the fear of predation from orcas has influenced the behavior and habitat use of the great white sharks, highlighting the significant impact predators can have on their prey.

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