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Orca 1 – Aerial Shot of Killer Whale Surfacing

Duration: 00:46 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: DJI Mavic 3 Pro | Framerate: 25 fps

Aerial shot of a killer whale (Orcinus orca) surfacing to breathe before diving back into the deep waters of the lagoon. Filmed from above, this clip captures the calm, powerful movement of this apex predator in crystal-clear Indian Ocean conditions.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, orca surfacing, aerial footage, drone shot, diving behaviour, marine mammals, predator, Indian Ocean, Mayotte, lagoon.

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Orca 3 – Killer Whale Swimming Along Coral Shelf

Duration: 00:57 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: DJI Mavic 3 Pro | Framerate: 25 fps

A solitary killer whale (Orcinus orca) glides over a coral shelf, its dark body contrasting vividly with the vibrant marine structures below. A rare perspective showing the link between apex predators and reef ecosystems in tropical waters.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, coral reef, drone shot, aerial view, marine ecosystem, solitary orca, Indian Ocean, Mayotte, reef shelf.

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Orca 5 – Aerial View of Killer Whales in Clear Waters

Duration: 00:55 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: DJI Mavic 3 Pro | Framerate: 25 fps

A group of killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming just beneath the surface of the Mayotte lagoon, their dark silhouettes moving gracefully through the turquoise water. A rare and mesmerizing moment that reveals the subtle beauty of orca movement from above.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, drone footage, aerial view, turquoise lagoon, marine mammals, natural behaviour, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 7 – Killer Whales Feeding on Mobula Ray

Duration: 00:47 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Distant underwater footage of killer whales (Orcinus orca) diving to feed on a stunned mobula ray (Mobula spp.) in the deep waters of the Mayotte lagoon. While captured from afar, this rare sequence documents a dramatic moment of predation in the wild — a glimpse into the hunting behavior of one of the ocean’s top predators.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, mobula ray, Mobula spp., marine predation, underwater footage, rare behaviour, deep lagoon, feeding, marine mammals, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 9 – Underwater Encounter with Approaching Killer Whales

Duration: 00:13 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Underwater footage of three killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming just below the surface, approaching directly toward the camera in the crystal-clear waters of the Mayotte lagoon. This rare and intimate moment captures the majesty and curiosity of orcas up close — a true highlight of marine wildlife cinematography.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, underwater encounter, face to face, clear water, lagoon, intimate moment, marine mammals, orca approach, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 2 – Aerial View of Two Killer Whales Swimming

Duration: 01:20 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: DJI Mavic 3 Pro | Framerate: 25 fps

Aerial view of two killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming calmly at the surface of a tropical lagoon, with clear water and visible surface patterns. A serene and striking moment, highlighting the grace and presence of these marine predators.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, orca pair, aerial footage, drone shot, surface swimming, marine mammals, predator, Indian Ocean, Mayotte, lagoon.

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Orca 4 – Female Killer Whale and Calf Side by Side

Duration: 01:51 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: H.264 | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Aerial footage of a female killer whale (Orcinus orca) and her calf swimming side by side at the surface of the Mayotte lagoon. A moving glimpse of maternal bonding behavior in the wild, captured in calm tropical waters.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, orca surfacing, orca calf, drone shot, marine mammals, predator, bonding behaviour, Indian Ocean, Mayotte, lagoon.

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Orca 6 – Graceful Orca Movement Just Beneath the Surface

Duration: 00:12 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

A group of killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming just beneath the surface of the Mayotte lagoon, their dark silhouettes moving gracefully through the turquoise water. A rare and mesmerizing moment that reveals the subtle beauty of orca movement from above.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, orca pod, underwater footage, surface behaviour, marine mammals, synchronized movement, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 8 – Killer Whales Diving to Feed on Mobula Ray

Duration: 02:04 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Killer whales (Orcinus orca) diving to feed on a stunned mobula ray (Mobula spp.) in the deep waters of Mayotte lagoon. While the scene is filmed from afar, it captures a rare and dramatic instance of marine predation — a powerful insight into the feeding behavior of these top predators.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, mobula ray, Mobula spp., marine predation, underwater footage, rare behaviour, deep lagoon, feeding, marine mammals, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 10 – Distant Underwater Footage of Feeding Orcas

Duration: 00:29 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Distant underwater footage of killer whales (Orcinus orca) diving to feed on a stunned mobula ray (Mobula spp.) in the deep waters of the Mayotte lagoon. Though captured from afar, the scene reveals a rare and dramatic instance of marine predation, offering valuable insight into natural feeding behaviour in the wild.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, mobula ray, Mobula spp., marine predation, underwater footage, deep water, distant view, feeding behaviour, rare event, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 11 – Underwater Moment Between Orca and Calf

Duration: 00:12 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Two killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming just beneath the calm surface of the Mayotte lagoon — one adult slowly moving away from the camera, while the calf turns and approaches. This gentle and intimate moment captures the emotional nuance of orca behavior in their natural habitat.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, orca calf, mother and calf, underwater, calm surface, turning behaviour, marine mammals, emotional moment, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 12 – Three Orcas Turning into the Deep Blue

Duration: 00:16 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Three killer whales (Orcinus orca) swimming toward the camera just below the surface, then gracefully turning and fading into the deep blue. Shafts of sunlight pierce the water, enhancing this serene and cinematic moment captured in the Mayotte lagoon.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, underwater, cinematic moment, sunlight rays, deep blue, turning behaviour, marine mammals, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 13 – Juvenile Orca Feeding on Tiger Shark

Duration: 00:17 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Underwater footage of a juvenile killer whale (Orcinus orca) feeding on a tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier), while its mother circles nearby to keep the area clear. This exceptional and rarely documented behaviour showcases both predatory strategy and maternal protection in one of the ocean’s top predators.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, juvenile orca, tiger shark, Galeocerdo cuvier, predation, hunting behaviour, maternal protection, marine mammals, underwater footage, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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Orca 14 – Second Sequence: Juvenile Orca Feeding on Tiger Shark

Duration: 00:28 | Resolution: 3840×2160 (4K) | Format: HEVC | Camera: GoPro 12 | Framerate: 29.97 fps

Underwater footage of a juvenile killer whale (Orcinus orca) feeding on a tiger shark (Galeocerdo cuvier), while its mother circles nearby to protect the area. This complementary clip to Orca 13 adds further insight into the coordinated hunting and protective behaviour of orcas — a truly rare and powerful wildlife sequence.

Keywords: killer whale, Orcinus orca, juvenile orca, tiger shark, Galeocerdo cuvier, predation, hunting behaviour, maternal protection, marine mammals, underwater footage, Indian Ocean, Mayotte.

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