Orca Tahlequah mourns another dead calf, echoing her 2018 grief

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The mother orca, **Tahlequah**, is seen carrying her **dead calf** again, reminiscent of her *2018 experience* where she carried another calf for 17 days.
Research scientist **Brad Hanson** notes the situation is increasingly difficult for Tahlequah, who is uncertain about the cause of the calf's death.
In 2018, her journey became a **symbol** of the struggles faced by the endangered **Southern Resident whales**, who currently number only 73.
While struggling to **forage for food**, Tahlequah is supported by her close-knit pod, including her sister. A **new calf** was also spotted in the pod.
Factors like **scarcity of prey**, particularly Chinook salmon, and environmental threats are adversely impacting the Southern Resident population.

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