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Young Sperm Whales attacked by Orcas have a unique defense - Catherine - 03-30-2024
A group of Orcas chased and surrounded some young Sperm Whales. The young whales were tired and in a dangerous situation.
They gathered in a circle, their heads together and unleashed a "poo-nami". The Orcas back off quickly and then swam away.
https://nationalpost.com/news/science/sperm-whales-under-attack-by-orcas-defend-themselves-with-a-poo-nami
That is not a bad self defense technique. That much poop would gross out anyone. It is possible the Orcas suddenly lost their appetite, or at least their appetite for Sperm Whales.