A pod of orcas, believed to be Bigg's or transient whales, was observed hunting birds off the coast of Seattle, a rare behavior for these marine mammals. Spectators witnessed the orcas stealthily prowling Elliott Bay, targeting the local bird population.
Video footage captured the pod circling close to the shore, with multiple tails and fins visible as they stalked their prey against the backdrop of the city skyline. Transient orcas typically feed on sea mammals and squid, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, making this bird-hunting display a unique and captivating event. The Orca Conservancy reports multiple orca pods have been spotted in Puget Sound recently.