The orca, or killer whale, is among the ocean’s most intelligent and formidable predators! 😳 Even at weights reaching 6 tons, it can surge through the water at speeds up to 56 km/h (34.8 mph), outpacing many boats. Its streamlined shape, powerful tail flukes, and exceptional muscle strength give it the ability to pursue prey—such as seals and dolphins—with remarkable accuracy. Found in every ocean, from the frigid Arctic to warm tropical waters, orcas demonstrate extraordinary adaptability and

The hunt is on for these killer whales to find their next meal, king penguins. Watch World's Deadliest Whale, Wednesday at 8pm as part of Ocean Predators Week on National Geographic Wild | National Geographic UK

In light of the current sperm whale stranding on Nantucket’s shores, we take a look back to New Year’s Eve, 1997 in this clip from “Bones of History.” Created exclusively for the Nantucket Historical Association by filmmaker John Stanton, the film documents the events surrounding the sperm whale that washed up on the eastern end of Nantucket and now hangs as the centerpiece of Gosnell Hall at the Nantucket Whaling Museum. Watch the full documentary at https://youtu.be/cPsMCPl_D8o #Nantucket #nan

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