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Mark Peter Simmonds

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  • SCIENCEJul 23 · 13:52 UTCDAWN
    Killer whales: Orcas blow fish to bits 'for fun', researchers say

    Researchers observed killer whales blowing a dead sunfish to bits in the Gulf of California, possibly for play or to break it into smaller pieces. The behavior, documented in 2024 and 2025, highlights orca intelligence and social dynamics, with experts suggesting it may mirror human social rituals around food sharing.

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