A North Atlantic Right Whale Baby Boom Is On—but the Species Remains at Risk

Researchers have documented the births of nearly two dozen North Atlantic right whale calves this season. It’s an encouraging ...

44-year-old whale ‘Slalom’ breaks 15-year-old record with its seventh calf

Slalom, a 44-year-old North Atlantic right whale, has given birth to her seventh calf, marking the 21st calf of the season.
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A rare whale is having an encouraging season for births, but might still go extinct

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) -- One of the world's rarest whale species is having more babies this year than in some recent seasons, but experts say many more young are needed to help stave off the ...
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Number of right whale calves along Southeast coast gives researchers hope

Scientists have spotted 21 North Atlantic right whale calves off of the Southeastern coast this season. This is the most since 2011.
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Video captures sweet moment between boat captain and whale in heartwarming display of trust: 'He loves it'

Folks like the captain are making a difference by modeling mutual respect and admiration. Video captures sweet moment between boat captain and whale in heartwarming display of trust: 'He loves it' ...
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A rare whale is having an encouraging season for births. Scientists warn it might still go extinct

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the world’s rarest whale species is having more babies this year than in some recent seasons, but experts say many more young are needed to help stave off the possibility ...