Breaking News: Killer Whales and Dolphins Caught on Camera in Rare, Deadly Hunt
Scientists have captured footage of killer whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins working together in a coordinated hunt, marking the first recorded evidence of such a joint effort. The incident occurred in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of British Columbia, Canada, on December 8.
The rare footage, captured by underwater cameras, shows the killer whales and dolphins targeting a school of fish, with the dolphins herding the prey towards the waiting orcas. This coordinated attack resulted in the death of several fish.
This joint hunting behavior is unprecedented and raises questions about the complex social dynamics between these two species. Killer whales, also known as orcas, are apex predators, while Pacific white-sided dolphins are known to be intelligent and social creatures.
The discovery was made by a team of researchers from the University of British Columbia, who have been studying the behavior of killer whales and dolphins in the region. The team is analyzing the footage to gain a better understanding of this rare phenomenon.
This is a developing story, and further details will be released as more information becomes available. The researchers are expected to publish their findings in a scientific journal in the coming weeks.
Developing story: This article will be updated as more information becomes available.
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