After the loss of their mother in 2008, Blackberry played a key role in helping to raise his younger brother J39 Mako, who was five years-old at the time. The two brothers were inseparable until J39 reached adulthood.

Orcas can have unique markings in unexpected locations. Tsuchi is a prime example with a jagged black "cheek line" below her eyepatch.

While growing up, Mako would rarely leave the side of his older brother Blackberry. Now, his primary travel companion is his aunt J19 Shachi.

Tofino is known for being a very surface active whale, breaching far more often than other Southern Residents.