Orcinus Ater Collection

Killer Whales / Orcas (Orcinus orca)
Killer whales / Orcas (Orcinus orca) large pod including calf traveling together while foraging on large schools of Herring (Clupea harengus) in the cold waters of northern Norway, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) male named Mel attacking young South American sea lion (Otaria flavescens) on beach, Punta Norte, Peninsula Valdes, Argentina

Orca whales (Orcinus orca) pod surfacing together, Shetland, Scotland, UK. April

Orcas / killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) pod hunting together in herring baitball (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Orcas / killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) mature male, swimming underwater. Hamn, Senja, Norway, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) with South American sealion (Otaria flavescens) in mouth, beaching itself on shore. Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing and blowing, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) at surface, Johnstone strait, British Columbia, Canada

Type 1 North-east Atlantic Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Snaefellsnes Peninsua, western Iceland, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) diving and hunting for herring fish (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) tail slapping at sunset, transient race, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

Orca / Killer whale (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Senja, Troms County, Norway, Scandinavia, January. Cetaceans are attracted to this area to feed on the large numbers of spawning Herring fish

Orcas / Killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming in open water, Three Kings Islands, New Zealand. Pacific Ocean

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) beached whilst hunting Sea lion (Otaria flavescens) close to the shore, Punta Norte Nature Reserve, Peninsula Valdes, Patagonia, Argentina, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) pod hunting Sealion, tossing it out of the sea, Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) hunting South American sealion (Otaria flavescens) close to shore. Punta Norte, Valdez Peninsula, Argentina. April

Orca (Orcinus orca) surfacing, Shetland, Scotland, UK, August

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting for herring fish (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) hunting inside herring baitball (Clupea harengus), Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway, April

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) adult male surfacing at dusk surrounded by birds, who watch for herrings (Clupea harengus) left after they have fed, Andenes, Andoya island, North Atlantic Ocean, Norway

Orca whale (Orcinus orca) breaching. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Two Orcas (Orcinus orca) swimming side by side at sea surface with snow-covered mountains in background, Vestfjord, Ofotfjord, and Tysfjord, Lofoten Islands, Norway, Norwegian Sea. November

Killer whale / Orca (Orcinus orca) mature male, swimming underwater. Hamn, Senja, Norway, Atlantic Ocean

Two Killer whales / Orca (Orcinus orca) hunting Sea lions (Otaria flavescens) close to the shore, Punta Norte Nature Reserve, Peninsula Valdes, Patagonia, Argentina, Atlantic Ocean

Orca (Orcinus orca) swimming in sea surrounded by mountains at sunset, Iceland, January

Killer whale (Orcinus orca) tail slapping at sunset, transient race, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, July

Orcas (Orcinus orca) pod feeding on herring, wide shot showing surrounding landscape, Iceland, January 2013

Orca whales (Orcinus orca), group of resident killer whales travelling together at dusk. British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

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"Captivating Orcinus ater: A Glimpse into the Lives of Killer Whales" Witness the power and grace of Orcas, also known as killer whales (Orcinus orca), as they navigate through various ecosystems. In one remarkable encounter, Mel, a male Orca, launches an attack on a young South American sea lion, showcasing their predatory prowess. Surfacing together off the coast of Shetland, Scotland in April, an entire pod of Orca whales emerges from the depths. Their synchronized movements and unity are awe-inspiring to behold. Another breathtaking sight unfolds as this intelligent species collaboratively hunts in a herring baitball; their strategic maneuvers leave us astounded. Venturing further south to Three Kings Islands in New Zealand reveals yet another spectacle - Orcas swimming freely in open waters. These magnificent creatures gracefully glide through the waves with unparalleled elegance and strength. In Vestfjord, Ofotfjord, and Tysfjord within Norway's Lofoten Islands during November; two majestic Orcas swim side by side against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains. This juxtaposition showcases nature's beauty at its finest. Delving beneath the surface near Hamn in Senja, Norway uncovers an astonishing sight - a mature male Orca gracefully navigating underwater depths. Its streamlined body moves effortlessly through its marine domain. However fearsome their reputation may be when it comes to hunting prey like South American sea lions or seals along beaches; there is more to these apex predators than meets the eye. In August off Shetland's shores once again we witness an Orca surfacing and blowing air from its blowhole - reminding us that even mighty hunters need moments for respiration. Finally reaching Johnstone Strait in British Columbia Canada offers glimpses into their lives closer to human settlements where we can observe them at surface level – captivating audiences with their sheer presence alone.