Orphaned Orca

• Rescue of B.C. orca calf could involve helicopter airlift

  A new rescue effort will soon be underway to rescue an orphaned orca calf in a remote area off northern Vancouver Island. The calf has been in the area since its mother died.

  Environment

  Apr 4, 2024
  
• ‘Highly complex operation’: Low tide pauses B.C. orca rescue efforts

  Efforts to save an orca calf off Vancouver Island were frustrated by low tides on Saturday. Meanwhile, officials say they are re-thinking methods being used in the rescue attempt.

  Canada

  Mar 31, 2024
  
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• ‘It’s day-to-day’: Efforts continue to save orphaned orca calf off Vancouver Island

  Rescue workers on Vancouver Island are continuing efforts to save an orca calf that was orphaned last week when it's mother died after becoming trapped in shallow water.

  Canada

  Mar 29, 2024