This Ocean Predator Eats Sharks' Liver

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The orca, also known as the killer whale, is the ocean predator that eats sharks' livers.

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Orcas hunt great white sharks by using a technique to induce a state of paralysis called tonic immobility.

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Once the shark is stunned, the orcas will open it up to extract the nutrient-rich liver.

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They hunt in pods and work together, often with some individuals distracting the shark while another attacks.

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Orcas flip great white sharks upside down to stun them. This can cause the shark to enter a trance-like state, making it docile.

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They then remove the shark's liver, which is high in energy-rich fats, and typically leave the rest of the carcass.

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Not all orca pods hunt sharks. This behaviour is observed in specific ecotypes that have developed this specialised skill.

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The liver is a significant source of energy for orcas, especially for those that hunt, mate, and migrate long distances.

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