Cultural Transmission and Adaptation in Orcas

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This chapter discusses how orca groups exhibit cultural behaviors and traditions similar to how humans have distinct languages and customs. It explores the specific greeting rituals, group activities, and hunting techniques that different orca groups have. The chapter also highlights the challenges orcas face in adapting to changes in resource availability and the importance of understanding the cultural significance to the orcas.

Over the last few years, orcas have been targeting boats, often leaving them stranded at sea. Are these orcas trying to attack humans, or is there something more mysterious going on?

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