Orca Rescue in Zeballos, British Columbia
A young killer whale trapped in a lagoon in Vancouver Island swam past a bottleneck at high tide, heading towards the open sea. The orca had been stuck in the lagoon since its pregnant mother died in March. Efforts were made to free the whale, including using a net and playing a violin to coax it out.
Key Points
- Orca calf swam past the area where its mother died, under a bridge, and into the inlet
- Efforts were made to free the whale, including using a net and playing a violin to coax it out
Pros
- Orca was able to swim past a bottleneck at high tide towards the open sea
- Community efforts to protect the whale and ensure minimal human interaction
Cons
- Orca calf had been trapped in the lagoon for over a month
- Mother orca died during the initial incident