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		oh_sigh on Feb 13, 2021 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Killer Whales: 'Transient' Orcas Are Thriving Yes but I can all but guarantee you that humans aren't swimming where there have been known orca sightings.

svl on Feb 13, 2021 | [–]

Swimming and diving with orcas is not just regularly done, it's so common and safe that it's something which is offered as a guided tourist activity in Norway. (I personally know someone who went on such a trip.)

libraryatnight on Feb 13, 2021 | [–]

people dive near wild orcas all the time.

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