Last Orca Survivors Spotted Off Scotland's West Coast

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Last Orca Survivors Spotted Off Scotland's West Coast
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A rare sighting off Scotland's west coast has recorded the last known members of the UK orca group, the West Coast Community, with only two individuals, John Coe and Aquarius, seen together after years of decline. The sightings highlight the ongoing challenges faced by marine species, including chemical contamination and habitat threats, while also marking significant discoveries like the first breeding site for the critically endangered flapper skate in Orkney.

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