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Video captures killer whales chasing and tossing dolphins in Monterey Bay
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jayme Berezdivin , WSVN 7 News
· July 22, 2026
· 3 min read
MOSS LANDING, California (KSBW) — A whale watching trip off Moss Landing turned into a rare and unforgettable experience Sunday morning when orcas were seen hunting dolphins in Monterey Bay. The crew of Sanctuary Cruises described the event as extraordinary. “Most whale watchers that come out on a r
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Key takeaway “Most whale watchers that come out on a regular basis come 15 to 20 times a year to witness that one event.
Why this matters in The Miami
This dramatic scene of orcas hunting dolphins in Monterey Bay has no direct connection to Miami, but it does evoke the city's own experiences with marine wildlife and the importance of preserving healthy ecosystems. Miami's coastal location and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea make it a hub for marine biodiversity, with many species of dolphins and whales passing through its waters. As Miami continues to grapple with the impacts of sea-level rise and flooding, the health of its marine ecosystems becomes increasingly crucial. The fact that biologists in Monterey Bay emphasize the role of predator-prey interactions in maintaining a healthy ecosystem is a reminder that Miami's own marine conservation efforts must consider the complex relationships between species in its waters. As Miamians work to protect their coastal ecosystems, they can look to examples like Monterey Bay, where scientists are studying and learning from the behavior of marine animals like orcas and dolphins.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? MOSS LANDING, California (KSBW) — A whale watching trip off Moss Landing turned into a rare and unforgettable experience Sunday morning when orcas were seen hunting dolphins in Monterey Bay. The crew of Sanctuary Cruises described the event as extraordinary. “Most whale watchers that come out on a r
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