An orca mother calls out. Her baby has strayed too far away. The sound travels through the water. The young calf hears the call. It swims back toward the group. Female orcas, or cows, lead an orca pod. They raise young and help the pod find food. Take a look at orcas and the important roles cows play to ensure the pod’s survival.

Jaclyn Jaycox is a children’s book author and editor. When she’s not writing, she loves reading and spending time with her family. She lives in southern Minnesota with her husband, two kids, and a spunky goldendoodle.