#north-atlantic-right-whales

#north-atlantic-right-whales

A North Atlantic right whale calf has been spotted in Massachusetts, an important sign for the critically endangered species with only about 70 active females.

The sighting marks a hopeful moment in monitoring the population of the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale.

North Atlantic right whales, critically endangered, are monitored via aerial and underwater surveys, with only about 370 remaining worldwide.

Southern right whales may live over 150 years, challenging previous lifespan assumptions, while North Atlantic right whales face severe mortality leading to an average lifespan of only 22 years.

A significant number of endangered North Atlantic right whales were found in a risky boating zone, raising concerns about their safety.

The Biden administration withdrew a proposal to protect North Atlantic right whales, prioritizing economic interests over conservation efforts.

Two endangered North Atlantic right whales spotted entangled, with one juvenile likely to die from injuries, highlighting the need for improved protective measures.