A New Species of Orca is Changing Marine Biology

Support the removal of the Snake River dams → www.columbiariverkeeper.org/take-action/snake-rive… Learn more about the Snake River Dams from NatGeo → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK5nUXkrz8o Read the Washington State report on the LSRD Benefit Replacement Report → governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2022-11/LSRD%2… See the argument against breaching these dams → nwriverpartners.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/BPA… 10 resident orcas were caught in fishing nets → https://youtu.be/Xdu-6JavJcg Learn more about the Gladis orca → https://youtu.be/C0cGdd9lUgY

When you said "Why does this matter?" I immediately said "Conservation!". I had no idea there were so many orcas in the world, and it's so cool to learn about subspecies and ecotypes! I love wolves and I'm very sad that some subspecies and ecotypes have either gone extinct or still suffer from lack of conservation efforts, I don't want to see the same happen to any other animals. On one hand, it's sad that we even need conservation efforts, but on the other hand, some people really don't realize how important other animals are and how much of an impact human actions have had. I'm gonna sign that petition to destroy the dams ASAP! 🧡

Fascinating. I had no idea there were so many subspecies and types of orca, or that their differences are so distinct. I will watch this again to make sure i have not missed anything. Thank you

I am here for the orca content - they are such fascinating animals. Great video!

The orcas found in the Pacific Northwest are incredibly unique. Despite sharing the same waters, the Southern Resident and Bigg's orcas have not shared a common ancestor for thousands of years. Interestingly, whenever they have been observed in close proximity, the Southern Residents have always chased the Bigg's orcas out of their territory. There was even an incident where researchers witnessed the Residents chasing the Bigg's, resulting in blood in the water. During this encounter, the Residents had a new calf, and while the rest of the pod chased the Bigg's away, the baby stayed behind with its mother and grandmother. Perhaps the fish-eating Residents feel threatened by the mammal-eating Bigg's orcas, but the exact reason remains unknown. It's worth noting that Southern Residents do not even socialize with Northern Residents despite being very similar in many ways. Southern Resident orcas, both males and females, remain with their mothers and grandmothers throughout their lifetime. They are the most extensively studied and iconic orca population, and it is crucial to protect them.

You are such a good teacher. I rejoice when I see a new video from you, because I know I'm going to learn a bunch of new stuff.

I’ve literally been wondering about how orcas could all be the same species for years thanks for shedding light on this

Such a great video! When people in the PNW say we want to save the salmon, it's for so many more reasons than most people understand. They're a key to so many parts of the PNW region and people.

Thank you for the option of skipping past the graphic material. I normally would click off the video, but the option to skip gave me the opportunity to watch the rest of this very interesting video!

This is extremely interesting. I didn't know that different types of Killer Whales existed, I thought they were all the same.

Both whales and Orcas are more than fascinating. The sheer intelligence and social structures should humble those that can't recognize them as sentient beings. I've been aware of behavioral differences but genetic separation in some cases is new to me. Well done!!!

Thank you, it's always great watching a scientific video with no theatrics, bs, or hyperboleI, presented in an interesting, cohesive, and organized way. You're a great teacher!

My 16yo niece intends to study marine biology in Republic Polytechnic. I would definitely recommend your channel to her, so she can keep updated on the latest developments

Another issue hurting wild salmon populations in the Puget Sound region is the damage to creak and river spawning grounds and lack of effort to restore them. These small streams all used to have independent salmon runs but now, thanks to development, erosion, and a plain lack of effort and education, these salmon runs are almost extinct. We need to actively start to restore these creaks and the runs can be rehabilitated easily using small hatchery boxes that will each see hundreds of salmon return to spawn in four years, the rest becoming part of the ecosystem. I volunteered with a project like this in the early 80s and the results were impressive. The issue is getting the volunteer manpower and cutting through the bureaucratic issues that hamper both the hatchery box placement and creak rehabilitation. This was a nightmarish issue even in the 1980s.

Great presentation, you really broke it down well for the layman! Plus you have this adorable excitement that bubbles out of you when you discuss orcas and it makes me feel excited too!

Orca: "I'm the apex predator of the ocean!" Pilot whale: "Allow me to introduce myself."

Amazing video! Thank you so much. Went to the website and my messages have been sent. You rock!

Great video, KP! Thank you for this type of content. Without it, I would never have known about this issue. Much appreciated! ❤

Thank you for creating this. Clear, concise, entertaining and informative.

Loved this! Good work. Thank you for the update.