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  1. Pod of 20 Killer Whales Attacks Ship and Shakes It 'Like a Nutshell'  Newsweek
  2. Researchers debate why orcas are attacking and sinking boats  NBC News
  3. Orcas Have Sunk 3 Boats in Southern Europe, Scientists Say  The New York Times
  4. Orcas are ramming yachts off the Spanish coast – is the whale world rising up?  The Guardian
  5. Orcas Seem to Teach Each Other How to Take on Sailboats and Yachts Off Spain  Bloomberg
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"Cooperative play is quite common in this species, and a whale would not be aware that a sinking ship is a danger to human's lives," an expert told Newsweek."Cooperative play is quite common in this species, and a whale would not be aware that a sinking ship is a danger to human's lives," an expert told Newsweek.

Pod of 20 Killer Whales Attacks Ship and Shakes It 'Like a Nutshell'

A small group of orcas is ramming into sailboats in waters off the Iberian Peninsula. Researchers say they do not know what is driving the unusual behavior toward boats.

Orcas Have Sunk 3 Boats in Southern Europe, Scientists Say - The New York Times

Reported incidents of orcas ramming into boats, including yachts and sailboats near the Spanish and Portuguese coast have tripled in the last two years, according to data released by GTOA, a group that researches orcas in the region.Reported incidents of orcas ramming into boats, including yachts and sailboats near the Spanish and Portuguese coast have tripled in the last two years, according to data released by GTOA, a group that researches orcas in the region.

Killer whales are ramming into boats and damaging them. The reason remains a mystery. - CBS News

Killer whales severely damaged a sailing boat off the coast of southern Spain, the local maritime rescue service said on Thursday, adding to dozens of orca attacks on vessels recorded so far this year on Spanish and Portuguese coasts.Killer whales severely damaged a sailing boat off the coast of southern Spain, the local maritime rescue service said on Thursday, adding to dozens of orca attacks on vessels recorded so far this year on Spanish and Portuguese coasts.

Killer whales wreck boat in latest attack off Spain | Reuters

Juan Gérvas on Twitter: "Orcas al ataque de veleros en las costas españolas. Orcas (Orcinus orca) have sunk three boats off the Iberian coast of Europe (Spain), and the behaviour seems to be spreading (originated with a female orca nicknamed White Gladis). https://t.co/nrzd7Xmr0z" / Twitter

Matt Gaetz on Twitter: "This story explains how an orca was hit by a boat. It then taught other orcas how to follow its lead in attacking boats rather than waiting around to be hit again. Trump 2024. https://t.co/RMsQx3menV" / Twitter

Hugh Hewitt on Twitter: "“Researchers do not know what is behind the behavior.” Countdown begins to blaming on (1) climate change, (2) the virus, (3) the vaccine or (4) former President Trump. https://t.co/34GNsgV8Db" / Twitter

Hugh Hewitt on Twitter: "Better late to the story than never: The @nytimes “jumps aboard.” https://t.co/34GNsgV8Db" / Twitter

Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. They sank their third vessel earlier this month

Why Has a Group of Orcas Suddenly Started Attacking Boats? - Scientific American

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Scientists believes the attacks began after an orca called "White Gladis" experienced a “critical moment of agony"Scientists believes the attacks began after an orca called "White Gladis" experienced a “critical moment of agony"

'Traumatized' Orca May Have Taught Other Whales to Sink Boats

The common denominator in dozens of incidents appears to be a mature female named White Gladis.The common denominator in dozens of incidents appears to be a mature female named White Gladis.

Vengeance—or playtime? Why orcas are coordinating attacks against sailboats

One explanation is they are reacting to past trauma inflicted on one member of the pod by humans, says the author Philip Hoare

Orcas are ramming yachts off the Spanish coast – is the whale world rising up? | Philip Hoare | The Guardian

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One researcher says this may be a response to a "critical moment of agony" a female orca experienced with a boatOne researcher says this may be a response to a "critical moment of agony" a female orca experienced with a boat

Orcas Are Ramming Into Ships Off Europe's Coast | Smart News| Smithsonian Magazine

Orcas may be teaching other to attack boats following a spate of strikes on sailboats off the coast of Europe, some observers say. Sailors have reported a series of "coordinated" attacks by a group of orcas, including a May 22 strike on a 26-foot vessel sailing off the coast of Cape Spartel, near the Strait of Gibraltar.Orcas may be teaching other to attack boats following a spate of strikes on sailboats off the coast of Europe, some observers say. Sailors have reported a series of "coordinated" attacks by a group of orcas, including a May 22 strike on a 26-foot vessel sailing off the coast of Cape Spartel, near the Strait of Gibraltar.

Killer whales learn 'coordinated' attacks on sailboats, some observers say

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Scientists say a small group of killer whales could be putting humans and themselves in danger by repeatedly ramming, and occasionally sinking, sailboats. Orcas interacting with...

Endangered Orcas May Have Learned to Target Boats

At least 60 incidents of orcas interacting with boats have been reported off the southwestern tip of Europe this year. Scientists believe young whales might be imitating the behaviour of one traumatised orca. At least 60 incidents of orcas interacting with boats have been reported off the southwestern tip of Europe this year. Scientists believe young whales might be imitating the behaviour of one traumatised orca.

Killer whales deliberately hitting boats off coast of Spain and Portugal | World News | Sky News

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How White Gladis and her crew became folk heroes. How White Gladis and her crew became folk heroes.

Whales attacking boats: How White Gladis and her orca friends became internet darlings.

A group of orcas attacked the Mustique on its way to Gibraltar, prompting its crew of four to contact Spanish authorities for help.A group of orcas attacked the Mustique on its way to Gibraltar, prompting its crew of four to contact Spanish authorities for help.

Why are orcas capsizing, sinking ships off the Iberian coast? - The Jerusalem Post

Gangs of killer whales are attacking and sinking boats in the Strait of Gibraltar. Researchers believe that a vengeful orca called White Gladis, traumatised byGangs of killer whales are attacking and sinking boats in the Strait of Gibraltar. Researchers believe that a vengeful orca called White Gladis, traumatised by

Orcas attacking boats in Strait of Gibraltar

A group of orcas broke the rudder and pierced the hull of the Mustique, prompting its crew of four to contact Spanish authorities for helpA group of orcas broke the rudder and pierced the hull of the Mustique, prompting its crew of four to contact Spanish authorities for help

Killer whales wreck boat in latest attack off Spain - The Globe and Mail

MADRID, May 25 (Reuters) – Killer whales severely damaged a sailing boat off the coast of southern Spain, the local maritime rescue service said on Thursday, adding to dozens of orca attacks...

Have You Heard About the Killer Whales Attacking Boats?

Boffins talk of revenge attack. The incident occurred late on Wednesday evening.Boffins talk of revenge attack. The incident occurred late on Wednesday evening.

Killer whales strike again off the coast of Spain, boffins talk of revenge attack

Three recent incidents of orcas seemingly attacking and sinking boats off Iberian coast are drawing scrutiny over whether the animals deliberately swarmed the vessels and if they are learning the aggressive behavior from one another.Three recent incidents of orcas seemingly attacking and sinking boats off Iberian coast are drawing scrutiny over whether the animals deliberately swarmed the vessels and if they are learning the aggressive behavior from one another.

Scientists puzzled by Orcas sinking boats in string of attacks

Orcas may be teaching others to attack boats following a spate of killer whale strikes on sailboats off the coast of Europe, some observers say.Orcas may be teaching others to attack boats following a spate of strikes on sailboats off the coast of Europe, some observers say.

Orca attacks? Killer whales learn 'coordinated' attacks on sailboats, some observers say - ABC7 Chicago

A couple's yacht clashed with a pod of orcas in a frightening incident off the coast of Morocco earlier this monthA couple's yacht clashed with a pod of orcas in a frightening incident off the coast of Morocco earlier this month

Pod of Orcas Attack Couple's Yacht Midway Through Morocco Sailing

A string of incidents since 2020 prompted one scientist to say the attacks may indicate that the whales are intending to cause damage to sailing vessels. Others...A string of incidents since 2020 prompted one scientist to say the attacks may indicate that the whales are intending to cause damage to sailing vessels. Others are more skeptical.

Scientists Investigate Orcas Sinking Boats After Abnormal Attacks – NECN

Killer whales in the Mediterranean are learning to sink ships in revenge - after being taught to by a gang leader orca named Gladis.Killer whales in the Mediterranean are learning to sink ships in revenge - after being taught to by a gang leader orca named Gladis.

'Vengeful' killer whale called Gladis trains gangs of orcas to attack ships in the... - LBC

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Orcas off the Iberian peninsula have been attacking boats for three years. Scientists think a 'critical moment of agony' might be the cause.

Traumatic Event Might Have Sparked Orca Boat Attacks, Scientists Suggest » Explorersweb

A matriarch traumatised by a human encounter may be stoking aggressive behaviour in juveniles. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Revenge or just a coincidence? Orca ‘supervising’ other killer whales to sink yachts off Gibraltar | The Straits Times

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Scientists believe that killer orca whales in the waters off of Europe's Iberian Peninsula are teaching each other how to sink sailboats.Scientists believe that killer orca whales in the waters off of Europe's Iberian Peninsula are teaching each other how to sink sailboats.

Experts Say Killer Whales Are Teaching Each Other to Attack Boats

JUST when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... a vengeful killer whale is on the rampage and even 'teaching' pals how to sink boats.The

Inside vengeful killer whale White Gladis's terrifying 3-year rampage to sink boats as she ‘TEACHES orcas how to attack’ | The Sun

They have also been observed teaching their young how to disable the boats.

Killer whales are attacking boats, even sinking one, and researchers want to know why - pennlive.com

Orcas appear to be learning to attack boats. Killer whales aren't dangerous to humans, but boats are dangerous to orcas. And they may be exacting their revenge.

Researchers Believe That Orcas Are Learning to Attack Vessels

The leading theory about why killer whales have been attacking vessels is because one of them suffered a trauma involving a boat.

Orcas Are Sinking Ships Off Iberian Coast, Maybe For Revenge

Orcas’ sailboat ‘atttacks’: Aveiro scientist offers explanation; Traumatic event “may have triggered change in behaviour in one orca”

Orcas’ sailboat ‘atttacks’: Aveiro scientist offers explanation - Portugal Resident

"Cooperative play is quite common in this species, and a whale would not be aware that a sinking ship is a danger to human's lives," an expert told Newsweek.

Pod of 20 Killer Whales Attacks Ship and Shakes It 'Like a Nutshell'

So that Netflix documentary probably just taught you that Orcas only kill humans when entrapped in captivity. There are no records of orca ever hunting and killing humans in the wild, despite numerous...So that Netflix documentary probably just taught you that Orcas only kill humans when entrapped in captivity. There are no records of orca ever hunting and killing humans in the wild, despite numerous...

VIDEO: KILLER WHALE GOES AFTER HUMANS | Barstool Sports

The orcas are revolting against the boats and I am fully on the side of the orcas in this situation. Take them out, queens.

It's Orcas vs. Humans, and I'm Team Orca | The Mary Sue

Video of the incident shows the aggressive pod repeatedly swimming into the hull and rudder of the 46-foot Bavaria yacht.Video of the incident shows the aggressive pod repeatedly swimming into the hull and rudder of the 46-foot Bavaria yacht.

Horrifying footage of orcas attacking British couple’s yacht

Video of the incident shows the aggressive pod repeatedly swimming into the hull and rudder of the 46-foot Bavaria yacht.

Horrifying footage of orcas attacking British couple’s yacht

Typically when you think of orca whales, you think of the sweet looking creatures you see during water shows at amusement parks, or Willy from Free Willy. However, we tend to forget that these are some of the fiercest predators in all of the ocean, and they don't get the name "killer whale" for no reason.

Pod Of Orca Whales Ram Yacht For Over An Hour: “We Were Sitting Ducks” | Whiskey Riff

The incident adds to the growing tally of orca interactions with small vessels in the region. The incident adds to the growing tally of orca interactions with small vessels in the region.

Orca pod strikes British boat off Spain’s coast | TVP World

A pod of orcas off the Iberian coast is attacking and sinking boatsA pod of orcas off the Iberian coast is attacking and sinking boats

Kicker: Killer whale gang | WORLD

As orca attacks on passing ships continue to rise, scientists suggest the reaction of a single traumatized individual could be the cause.

'Traumatized' orca suspected of teaching others to attack ships

Orca attacks appear to be primarily directed at sailing boats and follow a predictable pattern, with orcas approaching from the stern to attack the rudder and then losing interest once the boat is stopped. - Articles from The Weather Channel | weather.com

Orca Attack: Killer Whales Have Mastered the Art of Boat Tipping! | Weather.com

An orca, or killer whale, nicknamed White Gladis is thought to be using social learning to instigate physical contact with boats, and teaching juveniles to do it, too.

Killer whales teaching young to attack boats in Gibraltar | The Week UK

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