Bc Killer Whales

• ‘It’s worrisome’: Worsening skin lesions on orcas concern for scientists

  Southern resident killer whales are increasingly suffering from skin diseases that leave large blotches on their distinctive black-and-white colouration, new research says.

  Environment

  Jul 1, 2023
  
• Researchers alarmed as another adult southern resident killer whale and calf found in poor health

  U.S. scientists recently released photos that show the adult known as J17 has deteriorated in health since she was assessed last fall.

  Environment

  May 19, 2019
  
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• Endangered orca once feared to be dying showing marked improvement: researchers

  J17 is now showing little sign of "peanut head," a misshapen head and neck caused by starvation, according to the Centre for Whale Research.

  Environment

  Apr 11, 2019