Briefing Chat: Orcas smashed a sunfish to bits — researchers aren’t sure why

by Philippa Kaur 31 July 2026, 01:00 159 Views

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00:24 The quest to count the Amazon’s insects

07:31 The orcas that exploded a sunfish

The Guardian: Orcas seen ramming prey so hard it explodes may be playing game

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