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The San Juan Islands could become home to a sanctuary for captive orcas

caption: A transient whale is shown on Friday, August 10, 2018, as crews attempt to locate the JPod. (Image taken under the authority of NMFS MMPA/ESA Permit No. 18786-03)
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A transient whale is shown on Friday, August 10, 2018, as crews attempt to locate the JPod. (Image taken under the authority of NMFS MMPA/ESA Permit No. 18786-03)
KUOW Photo/Megan Farmer

Kim Malcolm talks with Lori Marino, founder of the Whale Sanctuary Project.

The non-profit is envisioning a netted cove up to 100 acres in size to serve as a sanctuary for formerly captive orcas. The group is considering two sites in the San Juan Islands.

Listen to the interview by clicking the play button above.

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