Rare North Atlantic right whale grows population to 384
Summary
The population of the North Atlantic right whale has increased to an estimated 384, up by eight from last year, according to scientists. The population has grown by over 7% since 2020, which is a positive change after a decline from 2010 to 2020. Conservation efforts in Canada and other measures have contributed to this growth, although the species still faces threats.Key Facts
- The North Atlantic right whale population is estimated at 384, up by eight from last year.
- The population has grown by more than 7% since 2020.
- The whale population had previously declined by about 25% from 2010 to 2020.
- Conservation efforts include measures in Canada to protect the whales in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
- Four new mother whales had calves this year, and a total of 11 calves were born.
- There were no detected whale deaths this year, and fewer injuries were reported.
- The whales are federally protected and were once hunted heavily.
- Environmental groups warn the whales are still at risk of extinction and need stronger protections.
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