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Great White Sharks Were Scared From Their Habitat by Just 2 Predators : ScienceAlert

Last updated: June 17, 2025 10:10 am
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The ocean is a vast and mysterious place, home to a myriad of creatures both big and small. But perhaps none strike fear into the hearts of humans quite like the white shark, also known as the great white shark. With its powerful jaws, razor-sharp teeth, and reputation for being a formidable predator, the great white shark is often seen as the king of the ocean.

However, recent research has shed light on a predator that even the great white shark fears – the orca, also known as the killer whale. In a groundbreaking study conducted off the coast of South Africa, scientists discovered that a pair of orcas, nicknamed Port and Starboard for the distinctive kinks in their dorsal fins, have been hunting and killing great white sharks with alarming efficiency.

The disappearance of great white sharks from their usual hunting grounds off the coast of South Africa had initially been attributed to human activity such as overfishing. But in 2022, researchers confirmed that it was actually the work of Port and Starboard, who were preying on the sharks and feasting on their livers. This behavior is not only causing a decline in the great white shark population but also disrupting the delicate balance of the marine ecosystem.

The impact of the orcas’ hunting habits goes beyond just the great white sharks. With the top predator removed from the equation, other species such as copper sharks are moving in to fill the vacant ecological niche. This shift in the ecosystem could have far-reaching consequences, affecting everything from seal behavior to the survival of endangered penguin species.

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As scientist Alison Towner of the Dyer Island Conservation Trust explains, “There is only so much pressure an ecosystem can take, and the impacts of orcas removing sharks are likely far wider-reaching.” The presence of orcas in the waters off South Africa is not only changing the behavior of marine animals but also highlighting the interconnectedness of marine ecosystems and the delicate balance that must be maintained for all species to thrive.

So while the great white shark may be one of the most fearsome predators in the ocean, it seems that even the king of the sea is no match for the cunning and ruthless tactics of the orca. As we continue to study and learn more about the complex interactions between marine species, it becomes clear that there is still much we have yet to discover about the mysteries of the deep blue sea. Shark livers are rich sources of nutrition for orcas, providing them with the fuel they need for their epic migratory journeys across the ocean. These livers are huge, plump, and full of fats and oil that sustain the orcas on their long travels.

The mystery lies in how the orcas discovered this valuable source of nutrition and why they prefer shark livers. Some speculate that as their preferred prey declines in numbers, orcas are adapting to hunt sharks more frequently. In fact, a pod in the Gulf of California has developed unique techniques for hunting whale sharks as well.

However, the decline in great white shark populations worldwide is a cause for concern. The orcas targeting subadult great white sharks can further impact an already vulnerable shark population due to their slow growth and late-maturing life-history strategy. Researcher Towner emphasizes the need for increased vigilance using citizen science reports and tracking studies to understand the long-term ecological balance in these coastal seascapes.

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The team’s findings have been published in the African Journal of Marine Science, shedding light on the intricate predator-prey relationships in the ocean. As great white shark populations continue to decline, the added pressure from orcas poses a significant threat to these apex predators.

By studying these interactions and understanding the impact on marine ecosystems, researchers hope to find ways to mitigate the effects of orca predation on great white shark populations. Through continued research and monitoring efforts, we can work towards preserving the delicate balance of marine life in our oceans.

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