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Why are Orcas Known as the “Wolves of the Sea”?
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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