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Video Shows Rare Orca Sighting Off The Coast Of Massachusetts

The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy said it's "very exciting to see" an orca in Massachusetts waters.

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June 5, 2024

CHATHAM - There was a rare killer whale sighting off Cape Cod, Massachusetts on Sunday.

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Paul van Steensel, owner of Cape Dreams Building & Design, said he was out fishing for tuna with some of his employees and family when they spotted the orca coming up for air about seven miles off Chatham.

"It was a great experience for the 7 and 8-year-olds, even though they have no idea how special it was," van Steensel told WBZ-TV.

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