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Erica Fox, a 55-year-old swimmer and co-founder of the Kelp Krawlers, died from a shark attack while swimming off Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, California, with her death ruled an accident after a thorough search and investigation.
A 55-year-old woman swimming off Monterey Bay disappeared after witnesses reported a possible shark encounter, with a large splash and a shark breach observed. Despite searches by authorities, including the Coast Guard, her whereabouts remain unknown, and beach advisories are in effect.
A search for 55-year-old Erica Fox, who went missing while swimming off Lovers Point in Monterey Bay, California, has been suspended after witnesses reported seeing a shark with a body in its mouth, suggesting a possible attack. The search lasted nearly eight hours but was halted pending further developments, and nearby beaches remain closed.
A 55-year-old woman is missing after a possible shark attack at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, California, with a search ongoing involving boats and helicopters, and beaches closed through Tuesday.
A study of killer whales in Monterey Bay has revealed their violent hunting techniques, including headbutting and tail slapping to stun prey. The whales predominantly hunt sea lions, grey whale calves, and elephant seals, using different tactics depending on the environment. The research provides insights into predator-prey interactions in the area's submarine canyon and deep-water environment, shedding light on the behavior of these apex predators. The study also highlights the distinct hunting behaviors of different killer whale groups, such as transients, residents, and offshores, and their adaptation to changing environmental conditions.
A video captured by Monterey Bay Whale Watch shows a blue shark being startled by a pod of killer whales in the Pacific Ocean near California. The orcas, known as Bigg’s killer whales, were merely curious and did not harm the shark. The encounter, which took place near Monterey, was described as a rare and lucky event by marine biologist Colleen Talty. Killer whales, the largest members of the dolphin family, are top predators that mainly feed on marine mammals and fish, while blue sharks primarily feed on fish, squid, and crustaceans.
Classes at California State University, Monterey Bay may be canceled for the entire week due to a looming faculty strike involving some 29,000 professors, lecturers, counselors, and coaches across all 23 CSU campuses. The strike, which will last five days, comes after seven months of failed contract talks, with faculty asking for a 12 percent pay raise but being offered 5 percent. CSU officials have stated that all campuses will remain open, but it's unclear how many classes will be affected. Some students plan to join faculty on the picket line in support of their cause.
Commercial Dungeness crab fishing is approved to start on the Central Coast and the Monterey Bay on January 18, with a 50% reduction in the number of traps allowed to protect the whale population.
A pod of over 30 orcas attacked two adult gray whales in California's Monterey Bay, causing significant injuries. Orcas are known to be the only major predator of gray whales, but usually hunt calves rather than adults. The attack on adults is unusual and could signify an underlying problem with the gray whale population. Hunger is a potent motivator for orcas to take on adults, but the risk of injury must be weighed against the reward of feasting on more whale meat. The incident offers an insight into the orcas' hunting prowess and ambition.