Sailors are playing heavy metal to stop killer whales ramming boats

There has been an increasing number of reports of orcas attacking boats off the Iberian coast since 2020.

Some say playing heavy metal mu Europe a 'game changer' in tackling the problem, but others aren't convinced.

Experts believe orcas may be teaching others how to pursue and attack boats.

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