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North Atlantic Right Whale Calf Numbers on the Rise
Researchers have reported a significant increase in North Atlantic right whale births. With 15 mother-and-calf pairs counted so far this year—five of which were spotted just last week - the critically endangered species is showing signs of resilience. This season's numbers have already surpassed last year's total of 11 calves, offering a glimmer of hope for a species with an estimated population of just 384 individuals. The North Atlantic right whale's calving season, which
Maris Balsom
Jan 8
A New Arrival: Fifth North Atlantic Right Whale Calf Spotted Near Sullivan’s Island
In a heartwarming development for marine conservationists, the fifth North Atlantic right whale calf of the season was recently sighted off the coast of Sullivan's Island. This sighting underscores the importance of South Carolina's waters as a critical habitat for these endangered giants and their newborns. The Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network has highlighted South Carolina as a vital sanctuary for North Atlantic right whales, particularly for calving. With the species hove
Maris Balsom
Dec 23, 2025
Entangled Right Whale Discovered off Georgia Coast: Crews Remove 300+ Feet of Rope in Multi-Day Rescue
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute/taken under NOAA permit 24359. Credit and permit number required for use. Aerial survey funded by NOAA Fisheries and Georgia DNR. During a routine aerial survey on December 3, teams from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Clearwater Marine Aquarium spotted something alarming roughly 10 miles off Jekyll Island, Georgia — a young North Atlantic right whale wrapped in heavy rope. According to NOAA’s Southea
Maris Balsom
Dec 16, 2025
A Good Start for a Struggling Species: Two Right Whale Newborns Spotted
Less than a week into the North Atlantic right whale calving season, researchers have spotted two newborn calves, signaling a hopeful start for this critically endangered species. The first calf was observed off Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, just one day after American Thanksgiving, alongside its mother, affectionately named Champagne . Champagne, 17, earned her bubbly moniker from the unique markings on her head that resemble frothy bubbles. This is her second known calf
Maris Balsom
Dec 13, 2025
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