In October 2023, a great white shark washed ashore in Australia missing its liver, digestive organs, and reproductive organs, with bite wounds consistent with killer whale predation. DNA analysis confirmed that orcas are hunting white sharks in Australian waters and targeting their livers. This behavior may be more widespread globally than previously thought. Orcas have been observed preying on various shark species in Australian waters, but intentional liver removal from white sharks had not been confirmed until now. The study suggests that orca predation on great white sharks could have consequences on the marine ecosystem.
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