April is Earth and Ocean Month on Whidbey Island, a time to partner with other organizations and individuals and inspire action to protect this rich ecosystem and the home of so many species we hold dear. Each April Orca Network celebrates the Sounders gray whales, a group of now almost 20 animals who break off their migration route to feed on ghost shrimp in North Puget Sound waters.

New names for the Sounders gray whales announced

Cascadia Research and Orca Network are pleased to announce the winning names for our Sounder gray whales, which have been eagerly awaited by many. With over 1,200 votes from the public, we are thrilled to introduce the following whales with their new monikers: