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Orcas that visit Puget Sound are actually two distinct species

Orcas have a long special history in the Pacific Northwest.

New research shows that the two types of killer whales that frequent Puget Sound are actually two distinct species.

We’ll talk with Seattle Times reporter Lynda Mapes about what this means for the conservation of the endangered southern residents.

Corridor Improvement Project: https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/freight-program/east-marginal-way-corridor-improvement-project

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