A new Southern Resident orca calf was last seen looking unwell. Researchers mull over the implications of L128's fate.
A new Southern Resident Orca calf was last seen looking unwell. The news comes days after a report showed an overall decline in Washington's orca population. For now, researchers are not listing the calf as missing or dead, but there appears to be cause for concern within the Center for Whale Research in Friday Harbor, Washington. L128 was first observed on September 15.
On October 5, there was a sighting of L128. Photos from researchers show deformities on the young orca's head and overall small measurements.The Center for Whale Research team's encounter report included uncertainty from staff as to why the calf was not traveling with its mother. Additionally, they report L128 was lethargic and being nudged along by older pod members.
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