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Newborn Orca Calf Spotted in Salish Sea!

3/25/2025

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A joyful sighting in the Salish Sea! On March 20, a new Bigg's orca calf was spotted swimming alongside its mother, Sedna, marking a heartwarming milestone as Sedna's first calf. The young orca, still showing fetal folds, carries a legacy linked to Wake, the last killer whale captured in U.S. waters, thanks to Ralph Munro's dedication.

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A joyful sighting in the Salish Sea! On March 20, a new Bigg's orca calf was spotted swimming alongside its mother, Sedna, marking a heartwarming milestone as Sedna's first calf. The young orca, still showing fetal folds, carries a legacy linked to Wake, the last killer whale captured in U.S. waters, thanks to Ralph Munro's dedication.