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New southern resident killer whale calf spotted in waters near B.C.

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The Canadian Press. (2026, October 21). New southern resident killer whale calf spotted in waters near B.C. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/british-columbia/new-southern-resident-killer-whale-calf-spotted-in-waters-near-b-c/article_b87580de-89c5-5309-890f-6d44a3c25dc9.html

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Researchers from the Center for Whale Research reported spotting a newborn calf of the endangered southern resident killer whale population off the coast of British Columbia. The new addition, observed swimming with its mother on Monday, is officially labeled as J35 by scientists monitoring the species.

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On October 21, 2026, The Center for Whale Research reported spotting a new southern resident killer whale calf near British Columbia, marking an increase in the endangered population. The calf was initially observed on October 16 with its mother, designated as J35 by researchers. This sighting is significant as it offers hope for the recovery of the critically endangered species.

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The endangered southern resident killer whale population has increased by one after a calf was spotted in waters near British Columbia. asserted

calf → increase → Columbia

The Center for Whale Research says in an email statement that the new calf was first spotted on Monday with its mother, designated J35 by researchers. asserted

calf → say → researchers

New southern resident killer whale calf spotted in waters near B.C.

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