Why do sharks eat whales?

While there are rare instances of sharks attacking and killing whales for food, it's essential to note that sharks typically do not eat whales. Whales, especially larger whale species like blue whales and humpback whales, are generally too massive and powerful for sharks to prey upon. Killer whales (orcas), which belong to the dolphin family and are known to hunt in pods, are among the few predators of larger whale species.