Home > Animals > Mammals > Delphinidae > Killer Whale
Killer whale / Orcas practicing intentional stranding; Patagonia. The small population of Orcas of northern Patagonia uses a unique strategy of intentional stranding to capture South American Sea lion pups at the edge of the water
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Ardea
Killer whale / Orcas practicing intentional stranding; Patagonia. The small population of Orcas of northern Patagonia uses a unique strategy of intentional stranding to capture South American Sea lion pups at the edge of the water
FG-eb-364
Killer whale / Orcas practicing intentional stranding
Patagonia
Orcinus orca
The small population of Orcas of northern Patagonia uses a unique strategy of intentional stranding to capture South American Sea lion pups at the edge of the water. This image is part of a series showing eleven orcas practicing intentional stranding on a beach at Punta Norte, Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina. The entire practice session lasted about one hour and 20 minutes.
Francois Gohier
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way.
Ardea are an independent specialist photographic library supplying high quality images of wildlife, pets and the environment
Media ID 652398
© Ardea - All Rights Reserved
Argentina Atlantic Ocean Beached Learning Oceans Orca Orcas Patagonia Pods Sequence Toothed Whales Whale Whales Marine Mammal Marine Mammals Three
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Aquatic
> Cetacea
> Whale
> Animals
> Mammals
> Delphinidae
> Killer Whale
> Animals
> Mammals
> Orca Killer Whale
> Animals
> Mammals
> Right Whale
> Animals
> Mammals
> Small Mammals
Orcas - The Beach Masters of Patagonia!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Get ready to be blown away by the incredible intelligence and teamwork displayed by these magnificent creatures! In this photo print, titled "FG-EB-364". Francois Gohier captures a jaw-dropping moment as a group of eleven orcas masterfully practice intentional stranding on a beach in Patagonia. These clever marine mammals have devised a unique strategy to capture South American Sea lion pups. With their sleek black bodies contrasting against the sandy shore, they work together like an elite special ops team. This thrilling image showcases their synchronized efforts as they flawlessly execute their plan. For about one hour and 20 minutes, these highly intelligent orcas demonstrate their exceptional hunting skills and unwavering determination. Witnessing this sequence is like watching nature's very own action-packed thriller unfold before your eyes! As you gaze at this awe-inspiring photograph, you can almost feel the excitement radiating from the water. It's a testament to the wonders that lie beneath our oceans' surface – where marine life surprises us with its ingenuity time and time again. So dive into this mesmerizing snapshot of nature's brilliance – where learning meets hunting, beaches become stages for extraordinary performances, and orcas reign supreme as the true masters of Patagonian shores!
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
