Orca approach swimmer in Wellington's Oriental Bay

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Two orca surrounded a swimmer on a pontoon in Wellington's Oriental Bay. The encounter was captured on camera by onlookers. The Department of Conservation notes that orca frequently hunt stingrays in Wellington Harbour. The swimmer was reportedly unaware of the orca's presence initially. The incident occurred during a late-night swim. Onlookers expressed concern about the swimmer's proximity to the marine mammals.


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