Title: The Spirit of Springer: The Real-Life Rescue as an Orphaned Orca
Release Date: 2020
Author: Amanda Abler
Release Date: 2020
Author: Amanda Abler
Check out this book: Find on the Library CatalogIn 2002, a killer whale calf was discovered swimming alone in Puget Sound. This picture book follows the true story of her identification as a member of the A4 pod, a family of Northern Resident orcas living off the coast of British Columbia, and the team of scientists who worked together against all odds to save her from starvation and reunite her with her family. The challenges of capturing Springer, transporting her north from Puget Sound to Canadian waters, and coordinating her release to facilitate a hopeful acceptance back into her family are brought to life.