Press Release – Department of Conservation The stranded orca calf remains in a stable condition but onsite veterinarians are continuing to monitor some health concerns. DOC Marine Species Manager Ian Angus says some of the injuries sustained by the calf during the stranding are healing … The stranded orca calf remains in a stable condition but onsite veterinarians are continuing to monitor some health concerns. DOC Marine Species Manager Ian Angus says some of the injuries sustained by the calf during the stranding are healing well, but others require ongoing monitoring. “The calf did display some short-term signs of discomfort in his gut, likely associated with trying to get the delicate balance of feeding requirements right.”