Orca or Great White Shark: Which is the Superior Predator?

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Written by A-Z Animals Staff

Published: May 3, 2025

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In the conversation of the ocean’s greatest predator, the debate usually comes down to orca vs great white shark. Most people would likely say the giant, man-eating great white, and it’s easy to see why. For years, great white sharks slowly generated a reputation as the apex predators of the ocean. With rows upon rows of terrifying teeth and incredible instincts, they possess an array of tools that make them terrifying hunters. In addition, their reputation gained a boost from movies such as Jaws and Deep Blue Sea, which depicts sharks as unstoppable forces of nature.


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