Orcas vs Fin whale

In the icy waters off Antarctica, we witnessed a dramatic and mysterious encounter—brief, violent, and unforgettable. A very large fin whale surged through the sea at high speed, flanked tightly on both sides by B1-type killer whales. These orcas, known for their elusive nature and powerful coordination, kept pace effortlessly. The water churned with thrashing flukes and heavy, echoing blows as the massive whale fought to stay ahead—or perhaps simply to stay alive.

We watched, transfixed, as this enormous creature and the swift orcas moved in a formation that defied easy explanation. Was it a hunt? A failed attempt? An escort? The scene was full of energy and tension, but no obvious injuries, no blood, no clear outcome. In a matter of minutes, it was over—just a flurry of movement fading into the grey southern sea.

What exactly happened between those animals, we’ll never truly know. But in that rare moment, we caught a glimpse of a secret the ocean rarely shares: a raw, unscripted interaction between two of its most powerful inhabitants. It's a reminder that, even today, the polar seas still hold mysteries far beyond our reach.