Canadian and First Nations officials said Thursday they are considering all possible options to rescue a stranded 2-year-old orca calf and reunite it with its extended family. That could include putting it on a sling to transport it by vessel or truck, or even the use of a helicopter if necessary. The orca was discovered stranded in a lagoon near Vancouver Island on March 23 with its mother, who died shortly after and was found to be pregnant. It has been given the name Kʷiisaḥiʔis, which translates roughly to mean "brave little hunter." Bay Cetology has been alongside the calf, working to help ensure a safe and healthy resolution, and many community members have been watching and doing what they can to help. Deborah Giles, science and research director for Wild Orca, has previously worked with the agencies involved and has spent her career working to understand and support whales. She said the situation itself is tragic -- but orcas do get stranded, for a variety of reasons, and she is hopeful for a safe resolution and believes the calf could thrive if reunited with extended family. READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/tech/science/environment/rescue-planning-underway-stranded-orca-calf-near-vancouver-island/281-d0ab61b8-4380-4bce-8861-4607ef3ab211