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Mourning Orca Tahlequah Carries Dead Calf, Echoes Past Grief

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Mourning Orca Tahlequah Carries Dead Calf, Echoes Past Grief

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  • The mother orca, **Tahlequah**, has been seen **nudging her dead calf** and holding its fin as she mourns.
  • This behavior mirrors her **2018 mourning**, during which she carried another deceased calf for 17 days.
  • Research scientist **Brad Hanson** noted the emotional challenge observing this repeated grief presents.
  • The recent calf, born in December, was seen with Tahlequah, but the **cause of death remains unknown**.
  • Tahlequah is one of only a few dozen Southern Resident orcas, highlighting the **vulnerability of the species**.

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