Orcas have a long special history in the Pacific Northwest.New research shows that the two types of killer whales that frequent Puget Sound are actually two distinct species.We’ll talk with Seattle Times reporter Lynda Mapes about what this means for the conservation of the endangered southern residents.Corridor Improvement Project: https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/freight-program/east-marginal-way-corridor-improvement-projectWe can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenowAnd we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.