About Kim
Why is There a Need to Care?
Replenishing the Chinook salmon supply comes with its own set of challenges. Dam removal along the lower Snake River would make the fish migration route as accessible as it had been. Currently, the upper Snake River Chinook salmon population is down more than 75 percent compared to when the dams were up and running. Many of the dams are no longer needed and can be replaced by alternative sources that would ultimately restore the Chinook habitat.
It’s important that citizens stay informed on how to help rebuild the Chinook salmon population. Salmon restoration is imperative to the lives and livelihood of the Southern Residents, humans, and the ecosystem as a whole.
You can learn more about how dams, fisheries, and the effect they have on the salmon population by visiting EFFECTS ON WILD SALMON. You can also learn about Southern Resident groups who are working hard to save the Southern Residents and the Chinook salmon from extinction.
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The Orca Scientists
Taking Shape
In addition, Kim also attended events and discussions that educated and promoted the well-being of the Southern Residents whales. As she reviewed and gathered new information both in the field and at the conferences, she was able to map out chapters and slowly the book started to take shape. Shortly after, Andy visited the laboratories and photographed the scientists in action.
Resources: Discussion Guides, Educator Resources, Summaries of School Visits
FAQs
How many Southern Resident KW’s are there?
Do SRKWs travel in family groups?
Why are killer whales (orcas) black and white?
Why are killer whales called killers?
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Educator Resources
Make a Difference
WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Seafood Watch
Write to Congressman
Center for Whale Research
Orca Network
*Christine Rolfes from Bainbridge Island who we know is an orca chanpion. Jeff Morris, Debra Lekanoff and Liz Lovelett are the senators and reps from San Juan Islands district. It may also be helpful for them to hear that people from out of state are following this and care.