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Endangered Killer Whale Pod Welcomes Hopeful New Calf

2/18/2025

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A new ray of hope has emerged for the endangered Southern Resident killer whale population with the birth of J62, a healthy female calf. Spotted frolicking with her pod near San Juan Island on February 8, her arrival brings optimism to a community struggling with just 73 remaining members.

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Story summary

A new ray of hope has emerged for the endangered Southern Resident killer whale population with the birth of J62, a healthy female calf. Spotted frolicking with her pod near San Juan Island on February 8, her arrival brings optimism to a community struggling with just 73 remaining members.