Being Green - 01 May 2020

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Following the sighting of a pod of Orcas or Killer Whales in False Bay last weekend, Glynis Crook speaks to scientist Dr Simon Elwen of the NPO Sea Search, to find out more about the mammal, why they are coming more frequently to waters around the Cape, and the impact their presence has on the local ecosystem. They also discuss reports that two of the Orca have been attacking sharks and eating their livers, which is unusual behaviour. To find out more visit: http://seasearch.co.za or visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/seasearch.
4 May 2020 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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