One Wild World: A Podcast About Animals

Turning the Tides: What’s Next for Orca Policy? feat. Julie Watson

The Echo

How do you help animals through policy? In this episode of One Wild World, Julie Watson, the Killer Whale Policy Lead at Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, shares her journey into conservation and her crucial work in protecting the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. With only 73 individuals remaining, Julie discusses the key threats these orcas face, including prey scarcity, vessel noise, and contaminants. She emphasizes the need for a multi-faceted approach to save this iconic species, while also highlighting how community involvement and policy work can make a difference.

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