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The public is invited to discuss the emergency response for sick orca J50 during two meetings this weekend. The health of the young whale is deteriorating, despite drastic attempts to improve its condition.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) convened meetings based on public interest in the health of the J50 and the saga orca who carried his dead calf for 17 days.
Both cases highlight the concern for the declining population of endangered southern resident killer whales in the northwest. The number of whales has decreased to 2018 in 2018.
NOAA and partner organizations have attempted to administer antibiotics at J50 and deliver salmon to the southern killer whale.
Despite human intervention, J50 is now emaciated and often falls behind his J Pod family. NOAA reports that its survival is unlikely as veterinarians believe they have exhausted remote treatment options.
NOAA says the next steps could involve a rescue operation and a hands-on physical exam. Intervention teams would only intervene if J50 was stuck or separated from his gondola, so that no other whale would be touched.
If scientists can do J50 rehabilitation, the ultimate goal is to reunite with the J Pod for its contribution to the population. If it is determined that the young whale can not be saved, the NOAA says that J50 would be sent back to his pod to live his life with his family.
The public is invited to learn more about the emergency response plan and share their feedback on recovery efforts.
Public meetings are scheduled for:
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