Searching for Type D: A New Species of Killer Whale?

333,061
0
Publicado 2020-02-10
In January, 2019, an experienced group of killer whale biologists launched an expedition from the southern tip of Chile into some of the roughest waters in the world, searching for what could be a new species of killer whale.

Todos los comentarios (21)
  • @utubedano
    In current times where we generally learn about species extinction it's good to hear about new ones...
  • @MegaBronsky1
    This Orca is usually seen in south of Chile,🇨🇱 close to Antarctica, fishermen of my country always talk about it 🐬
  • @utxex97
    Is it more appropriate to suggest they're a subspecies, instead of a completely new species?
  • I'm so amazed by this video I've heard very little about the type D killer whales before this. I can't wait to hear their distinct vocalizations! Very good research thanks for sharing
  • @hollohuman1256
    I live in NZ I have seen orcas out there fishing just passing through us in the morning i didn't see much just some dorsal find that was about it. And during winter its a massive group of around 15-30 common dolphins and they get so close to the boat I feel like could reach out and touch one :)
  • @spelunkerd
    Well done. The new subspecies argument is convincing, but to call this a new species would be a stretch.
  • @BlackAngel-ij6qx
    It differs because of narrow dorsal fins and curve..but I love the type A orcas as they are bulky and their dorsal fins are straight and tall
  • @andrewl1621
    I look forward to hearing about the findings, awesome job guys.
  • @suckamc3232
    It’s amazing that we still are discovering new species/sub species and thought to be extinct species in this world just blows my mind
  • @tricknfa
    Why do they always do the video before the lab results come back?
  • @ulugbeksaipov917
    I think this team of scientists straight candidate for some big yearly scientific prize. Great job.
  • @Liladelph
    Holy cow, that was risky biscuits; the Orca's said hey we'll give them a bit of DNA for their troubles... They probably won't make it back to land anywho. Excited for the results of the new subspecies
  • Despite the fact that I’m an Orca fan, this is the first time I’ve ever heard of Type D Orcas.
  • Thank you for sharing and educating me. Amazing and awesome. Blown away. I love marine biology and conservation work. Bravo
  • @RastaSaiyaman
    Gosh, what you guys are doing is something that I always wanted to do. The problem being that I haven't got the resources to fly over to New Seeland and participate in such an expedition.