This big guy was putting on a show when I encountered him a little while ago. He was cruising along with his mum and younger brother when all of a sudden he violently altered his speed and direction, which indicates that he found something he wanted to chase and most probably eat. That he did indeed, it turned out to be a harbour porpoise and it was fast work from the moment he started to chase to when he was enjoying his lunch.
Shortly after, he decided to take a look above the surface to see who watched his impressive athletic triumph when catching his lunch. This behaviour is what we call a spy hop
A male orca spyhopping after catching his lunch, which was a harbour porpoise
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Fantastic photo How beautiful it looks and if it really is a champion. Excellent work.
Thanks! I am stoked you like the post
Excellent photograph. It seems you know more about animal behavior. What is it called when he was on the hot chase for the lunch?
Thanks a heap! I do know a little bit about their behaviour. It is just called hunting or on the hunt
Nice, bless you.