Orcas Sink Sailing Yacht: Noční můra na cestě do Řecka

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A frightening wave of orca attacks on sailing yachts ensures concern among sailors and marine researchers worldwide. Posledním příkladem je incident 30. července 2024, kdy „Bonhomme William“, jachta britského majitele Roberta Powella, byla napadena skupinou Orků na cestě z Portugalska do Řecka.

The dramatic experiences at sea

The attack took place about two nautical miles off the Spanish coast when the yacht suddenly experienced a violent push at 8 p.m. "I thought we had ran on a rock," recalls Powell. However, when he followed the sound, he discovered the dark contours of orcas in the water. These intelligent marine mammals have targeted the yacht and the boat was badly damaged by repeated attacks.

Community reactions and the danger at sea

POWELL and his crew desperately tried to remain unscathed. Despite their efforts to deter orcas with fireworks, the animal behavior remained unchanged. The progressive pressure caused water to enter the inside of the yacht while the crew requested help. A recovery ship came after two hours, but the yacht was already sinking.

The importance of orca attacks

The increase in such attacks raises essential questions about the behavior of orcas. Similar incidents in the Gibraltar street have been documented in recent years, with at least a dozen sailing yachts being affected. Odborníci a mořští biologové se obávají této náhlé agresivity, protože některé předpoklady způsobují, že zvířata by mohla jednat ze zvědavosti nebo dokonce hrát instinkt.

The concerns of the sailing community

powell believes that the orcas that attacked his yacht are part of a group that has also targeted other boats in recent years. "This group has a goal to sink the boat," he says. Varuje také před důsledky těchto konfliktů mezi lidmi a zvířaty: „Je jen otázkou času, než někdo střílí tuto vražednou velrybu.“ Such incidents could further tighten the already tense relationship between man and nature.

Závěr: Volání k všímavosti

The concern for the sea creatures and the safety of the sailors is of great importance in the current situation. It is essential that both the sailing community and science develop awareness of the behavior of orcas to avoid future conflicts. Tento incident je přímým znamením, že musíme lépe porozumět a respektovat život s přírodou, abychom zajistili bezpečnost vody.

- Nag