17.02.2026 16:53
In an incident off the coast of Mexico, moments were captured by diver Evans Baudin showing orcas hunting and tearing apart a shark in the Pacific Ocean. Although orcas typically hunt in a slow and controlled manner, this time they were seen executing a fast and coordinated attack to capture the shark.
A diver witnessed an extremely rare and striking moment when orcas hunted and tore apart a shark. In the footage, the lifeless body of the shark, rendered ineffective in a short time, is seen hanging from the mouth of one of the orcas. These scenes clearly reveal that the balance of power in the seas is not always as it is believed.
The incident occurred off the coast of Mexico, in the Pacific Ocean. Evans Baudin, a 37-year-old wildlife guide and underwater cameraman, noticed that the behavior of a pod of orcas he was tracking from the surface suddenly changed. The orcas, which had been swimming calmly just seconds before, suddenly went into hunting mode.
According to Baudin, the target was a thresher shark. Normally among the most dangerous and powerful predators of the ocean, this shark was in a vulnerable position this time. The orcas cornered the shark with an extremely fast and coordinated attack.
The events unfolded in seconds, not minutes. Baudin stated that he was able to make two short dives, each lasting only a few seconds. "By the time I entered the water, the orcas had already captured the shark," Baudin emphasized that the attack happened with extraordinary speed.
This hunt was quite different from the other hunting methods of orcas. Typically moving more slowly and controlled while teaching their young to hunt, the orcas wasted no time against the shark. They finished the job in a short time.
Baudin expressed that what he saw left him in great shock:
"Thresher sharks are known as apex predators in this area, meaning they are at the top of the ocean. Everyone thinks sharks rule the ocean. But to see another predator come and hunt a shark is truly incredible."
Indeed, when orcas come into play, the balance of power in the seas completely changes. Thanks to their intelligence, group behavior, and hunting strategies, even the most feared sea creatures can become vulnerable to them.
Orcas are known as highly advanced hunters that feed not only on fish but also on seals, dolphins, and small whales. This footage shows that they sometimes target hunters considered "untouchable," like sharks.
Thresher sharks, recognized for their long, whip-like tails that can extend up to about 6 meters, are normally among the most feared creatures of the seas. However, these rare moments clearly demonstrate that there is not just one king in the ocean and that the true ruler can change depending on the situation.
This extraordinary encounter reminds us once again how little we still know about the depths of the seas.