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Human Elements
Orcas, better versions of us
Season 2
Episode 9
Dr. Deborah Giles sees killer whales as better versions of us. The orca researcher has spent decades learning about this highly endangered southern resident population of whales. Alongside her research partner, her rescue dog Eba, Giles searches for whale poop, which can give clues to the health of the whales and save this ancient species.
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