'southern resident killer whale (orcinus orca) in coastal waters of the northeastern Pacific Ocean. They are often seen in the waters of the Salish Sea, including Puget Sound and the Strait of Georgia.
critically endangered
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orcinus orcaESA Categories -mammals

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    southern resident killer whale

  • Regions

    Alaska, United StatesCanadaWashington, United States

  • Population

    75

  • Habitat

    coastal waters of the northeastern Pacific Ocean. They are often seen in the waters of the Salish Sea, including Puget Sound and the Strait of Georgia.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    5,000 to 10,000 kilo... and 50 to 80 years in the wild

Regions

Alaska, United States, Canada, Washington, United States

The Southern Resident Killer Whale (Orcinus orca) is a distinct population of killer whales found along the west coast of North America. They are listed as endangered, with an estimated remaining population of around 75 individuals. The main threats to this species include habitat degradation, decline in their primary prey (Chinook salmon), and accumulation of pollutants in their bodies.

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