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Washington orca baby boom sparks cautious optimism
Seattle researchers note six new Southern Resident orcas and no deaths in 2009, a rebound after 2008 losses. Experts debate causes with salmon abundance, especially chinook runs, as a potential driver while cautioning limited data on whale diets and movements.
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Seattle
Northwest
Susan Berta
Whidbey Island
Orca
Center For Whale Research
Washington
British Columbia
Ken Balcomb
San Juan Island
Jood
Balcomb
Howard Garrett
Orea Network
Think Food
Brad Hanson
Federal Northwest Fisheries Science Center
Canada
Vancouver Island
California