After 3 years without a single documented successful birth, this is the 2nd of 2019. We're cautiously hopeful for the new baby who brings the Southern Resident population to 76.
Such a beautiful way to ring in #OrcaMonth!
📸: John Forde / Jennifer Steven
Via @SeaDocSociety
"Because of their cognitive complexity and intellectual and emotional capactities, orcas and other cetaceans are actually MORE vulnerable to stress in entertainment parks." Dr. Lori Marino in @PsychToday . #EmptyTheTanks https://t.co/fLx3b7T4yd
The CA122 matriline made an appearance in Monterey Bay this week with a couple of new calves! Normally the best months to encounter Transient orcas there is during April & May while they’re hunting Gray whale calves, but there are still quite a few present now.
Columnist Maria Anglin writes about tough decisions facing SeaWorld as Canada passes bill to end captivity of whales & dolphins. "It's hard to admit mistakes when [it] affects a bottom line. But when everyone is watching, it can make a difference." https://t.co/adh86d7ZWN
As we focus on lunar exploration, we don’t see the Moon as a conclusion. It's preparation that forges a sustainable path towards Mars and other worlds. Our greatest adventures remain ahead of us through our #Artemis program returning humans to the Moon: https://t.co/OlE7R8beka
#HonorsatTCC@tacomacc
Ready for a challenge? Looking to connect Science with Humanities? TCC's Honors Distinction Pathway has classes like this available in the Fall.
Single-use plastic water bottles are a very real problem. It’s time to put down the plastic, reach for more sustainable options, and #HydrateLike you know the facts. Tap through to discover the stats and Question How You Hydrate 💧.
We on the West Coast have a message to all other states: join us in protecting every American’s right to reproductive freedom. I’m proud to stand with @cagovernor, @OregonGovBrown and millions of Americans in protecting every woman’s right to safe & legal abortion. #StopTheBans
Tokitae (Lolita) is only surviving member of the Southern Residents captured for the entertainment industry in the 1970's. Her home pod is on the endangered species list, yet the seaquarium and government still refuse to provide her freedom.
Today, May 31st, the Lummi Nation at the Miami Seaquarium 2 p.m. ET
Miami Circle, 465 Brickell Ave, Miami, In support of Lummi mission to bring Tokitae back to her native waters and family in the Salish Sea. https://t.co/QVas50cKUg