New orca calf born to Southern Resident L pod

Due to its small size and clear fetal folds, experts believe the calf was born within the last three days.

ISLAND COUNTY, Wash. — A very young orca calf was spotted off the coast of San Juan Island Monday.

The calf is the newest member of the L pod subgroup.

According to the Center for Whale Research, the calf, L128 and its mother, L90, both look healthy and appear to be nursing normally.

Due to its “tiny” size and noticeable fetal folds, experts believe the calf could have been born as recently as three days ago.

The Center for Whale

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