Orcinus Capensis Collection

Killer Whales / Orcas (Orcinus orca)
Killer whales / Orcas (Orcinus orca) large pod including calf traveling together while foraging on large schools of Herring (Clupea harengus) in the cold waters of northern Norway, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) male named Mel attacking young South American sea lion (Otaria flavescens) on beach, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes, Argentina

Orca whales (Orcinus orca) pod surfacing together, Shetland, Scotland, UK. April

Orcas / killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) pod hunting together in herring baitball (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Orcas / killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) mature male, swimming underwater. Hamn, Senja, Norway, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) with South American sealion (Otaria flavescens) in mouth, beaching itself on shore. Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing and blowing, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) at surface, Johnstone strait, British Columbia, Canada

Type 1 North-east Atlantic Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Snaefellsnes Peninsua, western Iceland, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) diving and hunting for herring fish (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) tail slapping at sunset, transient race, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

Orca / Killer whale (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Senja, Troms County, Norway, Scandinavia, January. Cetaceans are attracted to this area to feed on the large numbers of spawning Herring fish

Orcas / Killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) beached whilst hunting Sea lion (Otaria flavescens) close to the shore, Punta Norte Nature Reserve, Peninsula Valdes, Patagonia, Argentina, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) pod hunting Sealion, tossing it out of the sea, Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) hunting South American sealion (Otaria flavescens) close to shore. Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting for herring fish (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting inside herring baitball (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) adult male surfacing at dusk surrounded by birds, who watch for herrings (Clupea harengus) left after they have fed, Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway

Orca whale (Orcinus orca) breaching. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Two Orcas (Orcinus orca) swimming side by side at sea surface with snow-covered mountains in background, Vestfjord, Ofotfjord, and Tysfjord, Lofoten Islands, Norway, Norwegian Sea. November

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) mature male, swimming underwater. Hamn, Senja, Norway, Atlantic Ocean

Two Killer whales / Orca (Orcinus orca) hunting Sea lions (Otaria flavescens) close to the shore, Punta Norte Nature Reserve, Peninsula Valdes, Patagonia, Argentina, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) swimming in sea surrounded by mountains at sunset, Iceland, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) tail slapping at sunset, transient race, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

Orcas (Orcinus orca) pod feeding on herring, wide shot showing surrounding landscape, Iceland, January 2013

Orca whales (Orcinus orca), group of resident killer whales travelling together at dusk. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

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"Captivating Orcinus Capensis: A Glimpse into the Lives of Killer Whales" Witness the power and grace of Orcas (Orcinus orca), also known as killer whales, as they navigate through various ecosystems. In one breathtaking moment, a male named Mel launches an attack on a young South American sea lion, showcasing the apex predator's hunting prowess. Venturing to Shetland, Scotland in April, we find ourselves amidst an awe-inspiring sight - a pod of Orca whales surfacing together. Their synchronized movements and majestic presence leave us in utter admiration for these magnificent creatures. Moving across continents to witness another extraordinary spectacle, we encounter a pod of killer whales hunting together in a herring baitball. The seamless coordination among them is truly remarkable as they work collectively to secure their meal amidst swirling masses of Clupea harengus. In the pristine waters surrounding Three Kings Islands in New Zealand, Orcas continue to captivate us with their playful yet powerful nature. Swimming freely in open water, they exude both strength and elegance simultaneously. Journeying further north to Norway's Lofoten Islands brings us face-to-face with two Orcas swimming side by side at the sea surface against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains. This juxtaposition highlights not only their affinity for icy environments but also their ability to adapt effortlessly between land and water. Delving deeper into Norwegian waters reveals an enchanting scene featuring a mature male Orca gracefully gliding underwater near Hamn Senja. Its sleek silhouette showcases its streamlined physique honed over years of evolution. However, it is important to acknowledge that these beautiful creatures are not without controversy. On occasion, we witness moments where survival instincts prevail as an Orca clutches onto a South American sealion before beaching itself – reminding us that life can be harsh even within this mesmerizing world.