‘Reason for hope’: Newborn calf spotted cruising with B.C.’s endangered orcas

A month-long art project honouring all 75 of B.C.’s endangered Southern Resident killer whales has an unexpected addition to make.
Researchers spotted a new calf on June 14, with the family group known as L pod. The newborn has been designated L130, and researchers have yet to confirm its maternity, said Washington-based Center for Whale Research.
“We’re thrilled to welcome a new calf during our 50th year working with this endangered population,” said the organization&rsq