Evidence of a failed predatory attempt by an orca, Orcinus orca (Linnaeus, 1758), on a great white shark, Carcharodon carcharias (Linnaeus, 1758)
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The first observation of a live great white shark Carcharodon carcharias bearing tooth rake marks by an orca Orcinus orca on the left flank is presented. The estimated 3.5-m shark was observed on 7 July, 2017, at Seal Island in False Bay, Western Cape, South Africa. This case provides evidence that great white sharks can survive an attack by an orca.
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