Killer whales have often been considered one species, but a new report is outlining the distinct differences between Resident and Bigg’s species.
SEATTLE — A new report from the National Marine Fisheries Service has distinguished two killer whale species in the North Pacific Ocean areas.
While killer whale experts and the federal government have distinguished the species for decades, scientists in the new report have provided expansive data on what the differences between the species are. The report is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
“It’s the scientific community that’s finally caught up,” said David Bain, chief scientist for Orca Conservancy.
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