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J63 is the first southern resident calf born in 2025 and likely the first calf of J40 “Suttles”!
unfortunately, southern resident calves have around a 50% mortality rate within their first year of life. a lot of this seems to be from a lack of food availability due to overfishing and disturbances from boats.
right now, under the trump administration, FWS and NOAA are trying to change the definition of “harm” in the endangered species act in a way that would weaken environmental protections. this will severely impact the already endangered and struggling southern resident population. calves like J63 will have even lower chance of survival if this proposed rule goes through. public comments to oppose this decision are open until may 19th.
more information + suggested talking points for public comments here
submit a public comment here
source: center for whale research
Malayan Tapirs 5-6-23
Hell is a place where you have to draw a tapir’s head at ¾ view.
I didn’t end up drawing any baby tapirs, but it's important for you all to know they have markings like a watermelon.