Why Are Orcas So Deadly?

About this episode

The episode explores the deadly reputation of orcas with insights from marine conservationist Kendra Nelson.

Eva asks: Why Are Orcas So Deadly? Great question, Eva. Are killer whales truly KILLER WHALES? Luckily, Mike and Chanel are joined by Orca conservationist, Kendra Nelson. Kendra Nelson is a marine conservationist focued on species recovery and coastal restoration in British Columbia. She is the Board Secreary for Orca Conservancy. With a background in biology, she’s worked with sharks, coral, salmon, and killer whales. Passionate about advocacy and ecosystems, Kendra combines scientific knowledge and outreach to protect ocean life and support healthy coastal communitiues. Be sure to visit thezooquarium.com/podcast to download quizzes, activity sheets, and bonus materials, upload YOUR art, and submit YOUR animal questions ! RECOMMENDED: WATCH this episode on YouTube , Apple Podcasts , and Spotify ! Learn about the Orca Conservancy Follow Kendra on Instagram: @intertidalkendy Learn about the Portland Aquarium Shop the Mike Bennett Studios store Follow us on Instagram: @thezooquarium Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikebennettart Follow Mike on TikTok: @mikebennettart Subscribe to the Mike Bennett Studios YouTube Channel Follow Chanel on Instagram: @pschanel Learn about The Elakha…

People in this episode

Hosts: Mike, Chanel

Guest: Kendra Nelson

Topics covered

• orcas
• marine conservation
• animal behavior
• ecosystems
• advocacy

Keywords

• orcas
• killer whales
• marine conservation
• Kendra Nelson
• ocean life
• species recovery
• coastal restoration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Orca Conservancy, Mike Bennett Studios, The Elakha Alliance

Places: British Columbia

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