Orcas slaughter seals in West Coast frenzy
New twist in killer whale predation sparks fears about spread of rabies
12 January 2025 - 00:00
Scientists are intrigued by photographs of a killer whale attack on Cape fur seals about 15 miles off Langebaan this week — possibly the first time such an event has been witnessed in local waters...
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