Why are Orcas Known as the “Wolves of the Sea”?
Clip: Season 39 Episode 6 | 2m 45sVideo has Closed Captions
Orcas have a special way of hunting herring.
Orcas have a special way of hunting herring, through a quick turn and their powerful tails sending shockwaves through the water to stun the fish. Large shoals of herring gather in the winter months, and it’s not just orcas that take advantage of the feast.
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Major support for NATURE is provided by The Arnhold Family in memory of Henry and Clarisse Arnhold, The Fairweather Foundation, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Charles Rosenblum, Kathy Chiao and...
Why are Orcas Known as the “Wolves of the Sea”?
Clip: Season 39 Episode 6 | 2m 45sVideo has Closed Captions
Orcas have a special way of hunting herring, through a quick turn and their powerful tails sending shockwaves through the water to stun the fish. Large shoals of herring gather in the winter months, and it’s not just orcas that take advantage of the feast.
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Witness the mass migration of hundreds of thousands of reindeer in Lapland. (2m 48s)
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Journey to Lapland, where tales of Santa Claus mingle with hearty wildlife. (35s)
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