When Orcas Attack Boats | Wild to Know

Orcas are the biggest member of the Delphinidae family, growing up to 10m long and weighing a whopping 7,000kg. The distinctive black-and-white cetaceans are commonly known as killer whales. But are they really that dangerous? In Spain and Portugal it certainly seemed so, after a spate of boat attacks that began in 2020. With several boats sunk and warnings issued by the authorities, what was behind the orcas’ strange behavior? We investigate the phenomenon and ask if the sea is safe again … 📖 Chapters: 00:00 These are no Monsters 00:57 The Beginning 01:46 Who are those Killer Whales? Facts & Figures 02:45 Attack in Action 03:41 Where it’s all happening 04:28 The Internet reacts 04:56 The Authorities react 05:49 In the Mind of an Orca 07:59 Our shared Future 09:23 More unique Wildlife Encounters 🎥 Footage thanks go out to @WhaleWatchWesternAustralia and @TheRectory33! 🔗 Sources: #gibraltar