Pink salmon might be a threat to the killer whale population, scientists say
Pink salmon spawning patterns might be interfering with killer whales’ ability to hunt in the Salish Sea, a newly published paper suggests. Continue reading
Orcas
New orca calf spotted swimming with Southern Resident killer whales
By Jon Azpiri Online News Producer
Researchers say there are two other pregnant whales in K Pod and J Pod. Continue reading
Celebrity ducks, elusive otters and literal cat burglars: the animals that made B.C. headlines in 2018
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Here’s a look at some of the animals that nosed their way into the news in 2018. Continue reading
Habitat protection widened for endangered killer whales off Vancouver Island
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the decision means key foraging locations for the endangered whales are protected from destruction. 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
Feds to create ocean sanctuaries off Vancouver Island to protect endangered killer whales
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says the government is looking at creating new areas of critical habitat off the west coast of Vancouver Island for southern resident killer whales. Continue reading
Study finds pollutants called PCBs pose greatest threat to orca population
By Linda Aylesworth Reporter
A Danish report in the journal Science found that PCBs could lead to the disappearance of half of the world’s orcas from the most heavily contaminated areas in the next 30 to 50 years. Continue reading
Conservation groups file lawsuit to protect endangered orcas
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is being sued by six conservation groups who want to protect Southern Resident Killer Whales. Continue reading
Seal hides from orca behind a motor after it gave chase near Campbell River
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Never get out of the boat. Continue reading
Endangered orca believed dead off B.C. coast, bringing population down to 75
Researchers say they believe another endangered orca has died off British Columbia’s coast. Continue reading