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Killer Whales Attack Rare Prickly Shark at 3,600 Feet

5/6/2025

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In a groundbreaking moment for marine research, killer whales were captured on film attacking the elusive prickly shark at an astonishing depth of 3,600 feet in the Gulf of California. This unprecedented encounter highlights the shark's precarious situation, prompting researchers to call for enhanced monitoring of fishing practices to safeguard this vulnerable species and its fragile habitat.

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In a groundbreaking moment for marine research, killer whales were captured on film attacking the elusive prickly shark at an astonishing depth of 3,600 feet in the Gulf of California. This unprecedented encounter highlights the shark's precarious situation, prompting researchers to call for enhanced monitoring of fishing practices to safeguard this vulnerable species and its fragile habitat.