3 missing endangered southern resident orcas now presumed dead: researchers
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The deaths leave the critically endangered population at just 73 whales. Continue reading
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2 ailing endangered orcas missing, researchers fear they may have died
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Should researchers confirm orcas J17 and K25 have died, it would mean just 72 critically endangered southern resident killer whales remain. Continue reading
Endangered southern resident orcas spotted off Vancouver Island after late return to region
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The DFO said J-pod’s new mother, J31, and her calf were also sighted. Continue reading
Endangered orca feared to be dying spotted alive, in slightly better shape
By Simon Little Online Journalist
J17, a member of the J-pod, is one of just a handful of orcas remaining in the SRKW population. Continue reading
Orca protection measures hurting tourism: Vancouver Island business groups
New measures meant to protect endangered orcas are not going over well with some Vancouver Island businesses. Continue reading
Protesters call for end to Chinook salmon fishing to save endangered orcas
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Protesters are floating a new idea to protect endangered southern resident killer whales: stop fishing for their primary food source. Continue reading
Advocates worried Trans Mountain was a threat to orcas. It was the other way around
The endangered southern resident killer whale played a starring role in Thursday’s court ruling quashing the Trans Mountain pipeline. Continue reading
Scientists weigh longshot plan to save dying endangered southern resident orca
The female killer whale known as J50 appears emaciated, lethargic and has lost about 20 per cent of her body weight. Continue reading
Endangered Salish Sea orca killed as the result of tagging
An American agency has admitted the death of an endangered orca was caused by their tracking tag. Continue reading