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Rare Sighting: Grey Whale Spotted in the Atlantic After 300-Year Extinction
During an aerial survey off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts, scientist Orla O'Brien stumbled upon a remarkable discovery.

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Humpback Whale Population Shows Decline, Yet Scientists Maintain Cautious Optimism
In a comprehensive study spanning international waters, researchers have observed a notable decrease in the population of humpback whales in

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Enhanced Strategy Unveiled for Right Whale Protection Amidst Offshore Wind Expansion
In response to the escalating development of offshore wind projects, the federal government has introduced a comprehensive strategy to safeg

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Ottawa Adjusts Redfish Allocation in Gulf of St. Lawrence, Nova Scotia Retains Largest Share
In response to months of anticipation and lobbying efforts in Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nova Scotia, the federal government has

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Investment Spurs Growth in Aquaculture Processing Efficiency in New Brunswick
St. George, New Brunswick - Canada, boasting the world's longest coastline, heavily depends on its fish and seafood industry to fuel local a

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Seafood Industry Demonstrates Resilience in the Face of Climate Change Challenges
The undeniable impact of climate change on the distribution of certain seafood species continues to be a subject of ongoing research. Variou

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Protecting Precious Lives: France Enforces Unprecedented Fishing Ban in Bay of Biscay to Safeguard Dolphins
France has declared a temporary suspension of almost all commercial fishing activities in the Bay of Biscay, effective from Monday until 20

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


California Dungeness Crab Fishermen Protest Low Prices as Season Begins
Dungeness crab fishermen in California are delaying the start of their season in protest of low prices offered by processors. The California

Rachel Harrison
May 1, 2024


Warming Waters Force Second Half-Year Closure of Alaska's Snow Crab Fishery in 2023
Alaska's renowned snow crab fishery faces an unprecedented closure for the second half of year 2023, raising concerns about the future of th

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


The Dungeness Crab Season Kicks Off Today On January 5th
The initiation of the commercial Dungeness crab season is underway in Del Norte County, California, with zones 1 and 2 (from the Sonoma Coun

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


Progress Report on North Atlantic Right Whale Calving Season
As the North Atlantic right whale breeding season enters its second month, nine calves have already been born, according to Amy Warren, an a

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


Activists Warn Costco of Potential Threat to Endangered Whales from Lobster Products
In San Francisco, a group of activists, disguised as lobsters, presented a petition with over 20,000 signatures to Costco, urging the retail

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


Humpback Whale Successfully Freed from Rope Entanglement in British Columbia Waters
Marine experts are urging the public to remain vigilant for humpback whales ensnared in fishing gear, following the successful rescue of a h

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


N.L. Processors Dispose of Over Five Times More Snow Crab in 2023 Than Previous Year
Fish processors in Newfoundland and Labrador discarded a staggering 303,202 pounds of snow crab during the most recent season, marking an al

Rachel Harrison
Apr 30, 2024


Canada's Top Lobster Fishery Under Scrutiny After Right Whale Entanglement
Canada's largest lobster fishery, situated in southwestern Nova Scotia, is under increased scrutiny following the entanglement of a North...

Rachel Harrison
Dec 5, 2023


Sustained Demand in the US for King and Snow Crab Defies Overall Seafood Sales Decline
Despite a downward trend in seafood sales, the limited availability of king crab and snow crab has driven increased interest in the U.S....

Rachel Harrison
Nov 20, 2023


Possible Link Between Chemical in Tires and Salmon Deaths Raises Concerns in West Vancouver
A conservation group in British Columbia suspects that a chemical commonly found in car tires may be responsible for the deaths of...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 20, 2023


Dominica Creates World's First Sperm Whale Marine Sanctuary to Combat Climate Change
In a groundbreaking move, the Caribbean island of Dominica has announced the establishment of the world's first marine protected area...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 17, 2023


NOAA Study Reveals Urgent Measures Needed to Save North Atlantic Right Whales
A recent study by NOAA Fisheries has sounded an alarm about the North Atlantic right whales. It says these whales are in serious danger...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 7, 2023


Trap Loss and Damage
In addition to the direct threat of whale entanglement caused by fixed gear fishing methodologies in the North Atlantic, there exists a...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 1, 2023
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