5 Great White Sharks Surround a Sea Lion in Intense Encounter

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Here's another interesting video showing a great white shark traveling with a thresher shark in its mouth. You just never know what you will see when observing these incredible predators of the sea. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKW5oH2egbRriZIsi=SYK_l1xi9ncxsgRz

[@RascalV666]

A shark is a fish I am an advanced aquarist, and I know from experience that fish sense a sick individual and when it starts to pose a threat, they kill it out of concern for their own safety. Maybe the shark senses that the seal is sick

[@ibrahimsultanov7355]

Have you thought about cataloging the white sharks you see and giving them names? If we could identify them, it would help science a lot.

[@imalazyrobot]

@@TheMalibuArtist Concerned with dental hygiene a Great White will keep one of these in its mouth to keep its breath thresher.

[@CHIMPmanHE]

That's a 💯 success rate for not getting eaten. There's definitely an unknown sensory indication there could be a good shark repellent for surfers or divers. 🤔

[@davidwashington9447]

Damn thing was dead.... unless sick allows it to breath under water

[@imalazyrobot]

I think we can all agree, it’s never wise to consume the contents if the seal is broken 🤭

[@jock-of-ages73]

👏👏👏

[@vipahman]

Brilliant!

[@genkill81]

You sir win the internet today 😂

[@loneventhorizon]

bravo

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

Groan...

[@brandonlee1983]

This has got to be some of the most amazing and informational footage of white sharks that I have ever seen, and this is why I absolutely love your Channel

[@Fire.and.Knives88]

The fact that they'll feed on a bloated rotting whale carcass for days, but not a sick sea lion is super interesting. It reminds me of how dogs can detect things like cancer. I can't even imagine having such a strong sense of smell or any of their impressive senses. It's seems like it would be so intense and overwhelming. I love the behavioral research you've compiled just from drone images. It's such a cool thing to witness. Thank you Malibu dude! Keep up the good work! 🤙🤘🦈

[@billywatts4689]

Well you appear to be Human so ...

[@GingerWolf87]

Domoic acid poisoning is NOT nice. For wildlife it can be a slow painful death - seizures, paralysis, vomiting/diarrhea, erratic behavior, neurological damage, cardiac issues/failure, etc.. The few who may survive DA, they won't be normal (neurological damage, etc. & low survival chances). Given how DA affects the body that the seal smells "wrong" to the shark - not unlike cancer would to a dog. Humans can also die from it but the fatality rate is much lower because we don't consume the excessive seafood (shellfish, etc.) needed to get really sick.

[@lasciviouspaine]

death is something sharks understand, but illness they may not. if a chicken was acting strange, someone with intelligence would likely not consume it

[@venomouscasca]

The illness gives off a vile taste.

[@Kiraiko44]

I was literally talking about that this morning, how I'm kind of glad I don't have as strong of a sense of smell or hearing as my cats because I feel like it'd be overwhelming

[@maddmatt9239]

I looked at some gas station sandwiches the same way. I wasn't that hungry.

[@HPDrifter2]

Buffet heat-lamp chicken is equally dangerous.

[@RossCipriano]

they got me today with the 3 for $3 pizza slices.

[@trevorstevenson4038]

Hahaha

[@morrisonreed1]

did four other travelers come to the same conclusion .The video footage will be discussed by thousands here

[@tammywilhidewilhide2832]

😂

[@DavidGannon]

Carlos, you should win an award for your footage. This is absolutely incredible. I have said it many times, but this is a gift, and I know it takes so much time and patience, but to witness this is a chance of a lifetime for most of us. THANK YOU.

[@Orca2015]

If the seal was releasing some kind of chemical that the sharks were sensitive to and repelled by, it would be great to market it to protect swimmers the same way? Assuming its not toxic. Great step forward to identifying a natural repellent Carlos.

[@Crenshawswettest]

as someone that spearfishes i like that

[@alainvosselman9960]

As a surfer... that's the type of thinking i like ! Yeah i think the seal was indeed releasing something of which sharks may associate with sickness or poisoning and won't touch it with a ten foot pole it seems.

[@mrbrightside4278]

snake oil dude

[@scottwolf3973]

Awe heck, I can smell that nastiness… uh, I’m mean: “they” can smell it…. A’hem.

[@whydontyou2016]

If it’s that dangerous….stay out of the water.

[@Trident22]

Absolutely amazing footage mate.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Many thanks!

[@fablewalls]

I think the point you make about senses and somehow knowing that the seal is somehow contaminated is a really strong one. Sharks have been around so long and for good reason.

[@gamingbutter5768]

Yes I believe the cure for cancer will lie in either 🦈 or 🐊.❤😊

[@billywatts4689]

​@@gamingbutter5768there will never be a cure for cancer , cancer is king

[@CarYouTuberNews]

My God man I’ve been studying White Sharks since I was a five year old and I would NEVER have thought that 5 White’s would have passed up this kind of meal. It is CLEAR to me and I thought so after the first or second passed that they MUST know the animal has a disease that they want nothing to do with. Here is something else I know that I know, this work you are doing is TRULY remarkable and absolutely amazing and you are doing SO much for this species and for the White Shark loving community. I can’t thank you enough for all of your hard work: What a truly CAPTIVATING and AMAZING film this is man, thank you so much!!! ❤

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you!

[@Iris_Germany]

Yes, the Whites FEEL that this meal could kill them so they leave it alone. They must have great senses!

[@GingerWolf87]

Domoic acid poisoning is NOT nice. For wildlife it can be a slow painful death - seizures, paralysis, vomiting/diarrhea, erratic behavior, neurological damage, cardiac issues/failure, etc.. The few who may survive DA, they won't be normal (neurological damage, etc. & low survival chances). Given how DA affects the body that the seal smells "wrong" to the shark - not unlike cancer would to a dog. Humans can also die from it but the fatality rate is much lower because we don't consume the excessive seafood (shellfish, etc.) needed to get really sick.

[@efrainvelazquez956]

💯

[@kshoey73]

The sharks can sense it is alive but cannot figure why it will not flee. The tail splash at 7:30 is an attempt to get the seal to flee. It does not, so the sharks do not take the risk

[@ericnordal141]

This might be the best footage you've ever filmed. Just amazing.

[@BodohYono]

He put that dead seal there

[@kimrollins7550]

I pray you make a lot of money you deserve it. This is amazing. I’ve been watching Great White since I was eight years old and I’m 58. This is good stuff. Thank you.

[@AMBatty]

From the beginning i thought the seal was dead because its head was never above the surface, at one point when one of the smaller sharks approached it seemed to move but I'm sure now that it was the current or waves that moved it. As with what many are saying here that there was something about this carcass that disturbed the sharks excellent array of senses because a free lunch of sea lion for those smaller sharks who probably wouldn't get that chance with a healthy sea lion would seem to be too good to miss. On another note, jeez when that last shark came into view, wow, that was a huge shark and quite comfortable in the shallow water of the kelp bed. As always your videos provoke food for thought and data for debate, thanks for all you do to bring us these unique opportunities.

[@enoecrof]

. it does look concious almost.. in fact it might be.. atleast the head is down and possibly its eyes are open, not certain but anecdotaly, they wont attack a predator like a sea lion that is aware of them (or looks like it)and not fleeing..

[@Surfdronesd]

You're filming and editing is incredibly high quality. You're the man

[@slappy8941]

_He is_ filming and editing is incredibly high quality?

[@ShastaBean]

@@slappy8941 in* incredible high quality.

[@surfnOB]

Carlos, wow. This may be a personal all time favorite. Absolutely incredible work.

[@msvaleriah]

I'm more in awe of white sharks with every video of yours that I watch, Carlos. Thank you for these amazing doses of inspiration and wonder. Our world is a beautiful place, worthy of our nurture.

[@oni5963]

This might be my favorite video you've made so far! I came in with the expectation of seeing predation but stayed because I got to see such an amazing interaction, along with an amazing showcase of their intelligence! One of my favorite parts of why sharks are my favorite animals is that I always learn something new about them, and this episode proves that tenfold. 11/10!

[@TJRThrivers]

Well said, I agree!!

[@AndJusticeForMe]

Sharks: NAH, this one has Ebola.

[@Intrepid175a]

You kept saying the sea lion was sick. Was it even alive? In all our footage, it never raised its head to breath and never reacted at all even when the shark was literally a couple of feet away. I can't imagine even a sick animal not reacting to that at least a little.

[@alexander3696-e3g]

This & that he didn't explain what the first condition mentioned was - annoyed me.

[@jstrzzo]

That was awesome I really thought that seal was gonna be dinner but those sharks were aware something was wrong with it shows they aren’t just mindless hunters

[@lindaavinger9548]

Perhaps the sharks sense the poison that is killing the sea lion?

[@SerginhoPMoura]

I think the sea lion was already dead. It never raised its head to breathe.

[@kol2han]

A similar thing was tried on a dead cow. Even though the birds approached, they didn't take any pieces. After days, when the poison wore off, they ate it.

[@mizzbee1477]

That's what I was thinking

[@mizzbee1477]

​@@SerginhoPMourayeah but they eat dead whale.

[@Beltron3030]

@@mizzbee1477 well dead whales aren't poisonous to them, this dead seal is.

[@joseblua6566]

It is truly amazing work that you do, thank you TheMalibuArtist!

[@aansvar]

Ah I've waited for this one! Amazing as always!

[@touristdu33]

Precious clip, it should be shared and studied, thank you

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Many thanks!

[@PBAdventures146]

The Sea Lion was like, "I read once were humans played dead when a bear comes at them. Let me give it a try."

[@MrScottmoad]

Nice.

[@theSurvivorRanch]

Definitely were tasting the water and knew seal was not safe to eat... brilliant work 👏 👍

[@alf9638]

Thank you for sharing these incredible moments in nature. Stunning

[@MermanAquatica]

I hypothesize that the sea lion had to be sick in some way or as u said "contaminated in some way". Noticing the seal hadn't moved by the time of the 3rd shark and was still in the same position after your battery swap only made me further suspicious of illness. It was interesting to note each shark performed a similar circuit of investigation including the Gill flare where I think the shark was tasting the water and allowing his olfactory senses to take over but changed approach once within a 5 foot range as if something unseen deterred them and made them choose instead to go upon their way leaving the area.

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

Agreed. I'm pretty sure the sea lion is dead -- head under water the whole time.

[@slappy8941]

You "hypothesize". And it's "you", not "u". Stop trying to be edgy.

[@MermanAquatica]

@slappy8941 thanks for the spell check. Maybe focus on the sharks instead of correcting others. Or is that the edgy thing to do?

[@dianebarham-dk3pb]

Absolutely amazing footage!! Thanks for sharing!

[@Taleton]

Incredible !!! Thanks for this treat !

[@barrycoomer8137]

What a fascinating film. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@johnchen9930]

I noticed some unusual scenes in this video. The sea lion is very bloated but still moving. The sharks approached normally but quickly move away when within 3-4 ft. The sharks senses of sight, vibration and magnetic circles have identified the prey so they readily approach. But their critical sense of smell detected something spreading from the sea lion which stunned their smelling sense organs. Something smells really bad is around the prey, they are hungry but can not stand the smell. Smart sharks. 🤔🤨🙄😉😎

[@danklunis9208]

That was some of the most incredible great white footage I've ever seen. Bravo.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you so much. It takes a ton of time to film it so I'm glad you appreciate it! Thank you!

[@la2alaska336]

That was phenomenal! You have some of the best footage ever!!! National Geographic needs to swoop you up. That was fascinating, utterly fascinating! Thank you!

[@karolfigura1948]

wow...amigo...what a footage...GREAT...regards from Slovakia

[@DeniseNeal-t1z]

Absolutely fascinating!! I am one that has always believed the animals we share this planet with are all far more intelligent than humans give them credit for. This was an awful death for this poor sea lion😭. We humans have got to do better in protecting and caring for this earth and all the magnificent animals we share it with!!! I love your videos!! Thank you!

[@AJ7813]

Did you contact the Sea Mammal Rescue about this? They can help with expediting the flushing out of the toxicity from the Sea Lion, if they’re able to get to it on time.

[@meowinde]

That's what I was wondering. I wish he would have helped.

[@DarkAzreal77]

That thing was dead it didn't move or raise it's head above water to breathe one time

[@paulmartindnl]

Amazing stuff again Carlos! Thank you!

[@A.C._Taylor]

"Yeah I'm hungry but not that hungry..." - Every shark in this video.

[@SuperDeadlen]

Wow Carlos, what an amazing scene you captured here, my heart was in my mouth all the way through, I think you are right they know the sealions sickness was likely to infect them in some way. Such amazing creatures. Bravo again Sir!

[@tyrannosaurus62]

This is amazing footage. Thank you for sharing this. WOW!

[@mapachearrollado]

Wow thanks for this window in nature, keep it coming!

[@sonja619purrsnpoms4]

Im fascinated with sharks and planes 😬 You're content is always so informative & educational. They say being a content creator isn't easy it takes a lot of hours to create and edit so thank you for all you do. Have you ever filmed in La Jolla? Would love to see the area around the cove...My husband and I will buy lunch 😉

[@gamingbutter5768]

You should instant message him so he can take you up on that offer. I have never met a man to pass up a free meal, especially one that flies drones all day. Just make sure you spare no expense, he is worth it.❤😊

[@johndoody7526]

Your content is beyond appreciated, some of us that have spent alot of time in their habitat rely on your work to help us understand what we may see or encounter.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you so much.

[@johnklein233]

Another great video Carlos, thank you.

[@korendani]

I really enjoyed watching your videos. Thanks!

[@galaxyontrail]

Incredible footage & video. Love your work!!

[@tamaradabney8699]

Thanks for another awesome video!

[@ASMRkiddo]

I couldn't find the link to the poison? What causes it out of interest?

[@cathyheston3029]

My question also.

[@brucejones950]

According to Wikipedia, domoic acid is produced by algae consumed by shellfish, sardines, and anchovies. It is the result of a harmful algae bloom; there are several different types of blooms, but they are often referred to as "red tide". This particular bloom may be encouraged by human activities such are dumping sewage (which is broken down by natural organisms, but such an influx of material can be termed nutrient poisoning. This term is something I did not know before.), but many blooms seem to occur naturally. Just thinking out loud, but if there is algae in the water that the bait species consume, which the sea lion then ate and died from, then possibly the algae is present in sufficient number for most species to detect, and therefore the sharks would be more conscientious towards scavenging meals, and possibly even ignoring obviously distressed animals (similar to avoiding a rabid raccoon). I think links would cause this comment to be rejected, so if anyone is interested, search Wikipedia for "Domoic acid" and "Harmful algal bloom" for more information.

[@Jeepula]

Domoic Acid is caused by harmful algae blooms and it is neurotoxic to sea lions

[@joelleker8343]

The domoic acid comes from certain types of algae. It becomes more concentrated as one animal eats another moving up the food chain.

[@cathyheston3029]

@@joelleker8343 Makes sense just where did it originate?

[@remy_alba]

great content, as always!

[@DtheD740]

Carlos, you are a pioneer. Every video you surprise us with facts we never heard or seen before. Your videos are amazing.

[@Elthenar]

Maybe it's a quantum seal. The act of observing it changed the outcome. As in, maybe the sharks heard the drone and thought there was some funny business. The only shark that seemed uppity enough to bite was the one there when the drone was down for recharge.

[@sabyx5]

Wow. Amazing drone work/ footage and documenting GW behavior … Subscribed !

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thanks for the sub!

[@3runjosh]

act sick when a shark comes near. Writing that one down

[@jessehutchings]

Your narration is so enjoyable! Great videos

[@SageRosemaryTime]

Great footage and Narration too !

[@francoisleopoldi3940]

This is the most fascinating white shark video I have ever seen. No hooks or tags and yet the most insightful research ! Great drone pilot!

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@arctan2010]

The sharks think it’s equivalent to gas station sushi. 🍣🚽

[@RipTheJackR]

Another solid one, amazing.

[@Spike_au]

This is absolutely extraordinary. As ive said before, the work you are doing is ground breaking and irreplaceable.

[@neenu157]

This was such a great watch! Keep up the incredible work.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Thank you for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@kristianevans7184]

It’s sensible I guess to assume that the sharks can sense the poisoning that the seal has succumb to and recognise that it may be dangerous for them to consume the seal. Another amazing video though. Thank you 😊😊

[@BigRick50]

I love that you mentioned Great White sharks being injury risk adverse. I used to be a Therapist and Trainer, I loved using the Great White shark as an example of the most awesome predator in the ocean who can be chased off by an aggressive penguin. Great White sharks have nothing to prove, no fragile ego, it just gets down to business. In terms of Evolutionary Biology that cautious character might have significantly contributed to being the creature it is today.

[@darlenerdz1300]

That last shark seems massive! Great job!

[@juliederry3719]

What an interesting and amazing video Carlos, they must have sensed the seal was contaminated like you said, these magnificent creatures certainly are more intelligent than they’re given credit for, tfs x Julie 🇬🇧

[@Steken]

Amazing footage!

[@aussiegeeza9034]

Top notch as always Sir.

[@lynettepieters2890]

Very interesting. Thank you for sharing❤

[@nialbarnsley4108]

Someone needs to tell all seals to just stay still when they see a shark

[@betofernandez5524]

The seal is already death, It does not move in any secuence with the head underwater all the time. Maybe they sense or suspect that the seal is posioned or had a dangeorus disease... I don't think they are calculating any risk, because the seal is totally inert. It's a very interesting video indeed.

[@slappy8941]

It's already death?

[@mattdamon9326]

They eat already dead prey animals all the time, so there needs to be something that tells those sharks not to eat it.

[@paulie2476]

Incredible footage. Thank-you from Sydney Australia.

[@Kestrel-FG]

Ditto from Adelaide.

[@CommissarKane]

If this was a Disney Movie, the reason why would be a matter of honor and pride for the Sharks, we kill fair and competetive game. Easy food for the lowly crabs.

[@georged7627]

You forgot to mention when the last 2 bigger sharks where closer they would do this little splash towards the sealion to see if it would move or not 🙏🏼Well that's what I seen, I think sharks especially Great whites are more intelligent than we give them credit 🙏🏼Amen to that

[@GROSSERWEISSERHAI]

WOW! Amazing video! Congratulations for the images, and thanx 4 sharing! Thumbs up! 👍 👏👏👏

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Many thanks!

[@MatheusEstevam5]

Great images!

[@pretzel2272]

Nature's beauty and nature's cruelty all in one amazing video.

[@toughbutsweet1]

Great video and commentary. The ocean is so beautiful in your chosen location. RIP poor sea lion.

[@aliposhtpazan2625]

Very interesting behavior. Excellent video. Many thanks

[@Sk1ndredd]

Another great video!

[@christianhesselbarth9020]

Beautiful video Carlos!

[@clevertrevor1549]

That’s frickin appalling. 😂 more seriously, I couldn’t see the sealion even twitch, not even to breathe. Was it already dead?

[@brianandrea3249]

Brilliant footage and amazing interaction.

[@arizona_anime_fan]

It's highly likely something about the poisoning that was scaring them off. they all got very close, likely they could tell something wrong not normal about this seal. and whatever it was probably smelled bad to them. surreal video.

[@kirsiselei8703]

How intresting video ❤ Really love how u use ur time and do these videos❤👋🇫🇮

[@MrTommmmmmmyyyyyyyyy]

Fantastic footage !!!

[@roncarroll4136]

Knowledge of resilience, which is the ability to adapt to and overcome challenges.

[@lucasbrandaog]

Your videos are fantastic. Congratulations. They give me a very close feeling to the animals. But one thing I would like to hear sometimes is the environment, the sound of the sea, and the splashes of the sharks. It would be amazing to have this sensation.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Noted

[@lucasbrandaog]

@TheMalibuArtist Só para constar, eu moro no interior do Brasil, longe do oceano. Obrigado pela atenção ao meu comentário.

[@SandyEarwood]

It's too sick for them to eat it. They seem to know it will make them sick

[@raystoric2175]

How fascinating, thank you for sharing.

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pimkremer1483]

Awesome video yet again!

[@armandorjusino]

When you see amazing footage like this makes you think twice about how sharks are portrayed in media as ruthless killing machines, to pass up an easy meal like this shows you how just how much there is to find out about this magnificent animals. Thank you Carlos for all your hard work and your effort, much obliged.

[@enoecrof]

its eyes must be open... and can be hectically vicious.. looks like seal bites on one of the sharks

[@jka4649]

Spectacular footage

[@cheeseandpickles4506]

Beautiful work.

[@The4BsPodcast]

Predators don't eat ill or dead animals as they could be poisoned, hence why "playing dead" can work to get away, they're looking for their prey to show strength and then make the kill, if they're lame then eating them may make them ill. My cats won't go near anything they haven't killed themselves

[@ropemancometh]

great footage!

[@de-icefrost9626]

Amazing footage and captivating

[@Iris_Germany]

Great video! Thank you Carlos! Love ❤ and greetings from Germany

[@TheMalibuArtist]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Iris_Germany]

@@TheMalibuArtist I enjoy each of your videos! You invest so much time, knowledge and effort. That’s admirable! 💝 Because of Robert Marc Lehmann‘s channel I found yours and was hooked immediately! 😊👍🏻

[@kuitaranheatmorus9932]

I love nature, like seriously and seeing videos like this makes me so happy

[@thomasstroh2845]

What a great video. Thank you!