The Last Sunset in the West : Britain's Vanishing West Coast Orcas (Fully Revised and Updated Edition)

This fully updated edition offers fresh insights into the current status of the remaining orca pod members.

In 2014, Dr Natalie Sanders, a marine biologist, embarked on a journey aboard the research vessel Silurian to investigate Britain's West Coast Community of orcas, aiming to study these magnificent creatures before their potential disappearance. Despite captivating scientists and whale enthusiasts for years, our understanding of this pod remains limited, with most information gleaned from citizen science initiatives and chance encounters. However, it is undeniable that factors such as pollution, entanglement, military sonar activities, and climate change continue to exert a profound impact on orcas, dolphins, and other marine life across the globe's oceans.

This compelling read is essential for anyone passionate about marine ecosystems in our changing climate. The narrative takes readers on a journey from Scotland's Western Isles to Vancouver Island and beyond, offering both fascinating and heart-rending insights. It also explores the historical context of human-orca interactions, elucidating the significance of their potential loss and proposing strategies to prevent similar ecological tragedies in the future.

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9781780278940
Book Author:	Natalie Sanders
Book Format:	Paperback / softback
Book Imprint:	Birlinn Ltd
Book Publisher:	Birlinn General
Book Dimensions:	130 x 198 x 23 cm
Book Publication Date:	2024-04-07
Book Pagination:	320 pages
Book Weight:	240g