An orphaned killer whale, a 2-year-old calf, has been stranded in a remote lagoon on Vancouver Island, proving to be a challenging rescue mission for officials. The young orca has been alone in Little Espinosa Inlet for approximately three weeks after its pregnant mother tragically beached and died on March 23.
The rescue operation, led by the Ehattesaht First Nation, has faced difficulties in capturing the calf, with the latest attempt being unsuccessful. Chief Simon John mentioned that the operation is currently in the demobilization stage, with plans to regroup and try again in a few days.
