New DFO Strategy Aims to Save Endangered Whales While Supporting Fisheries In a move meant to help protect marine ecosystems and endangered species, the DFO has launched its Whalesafe Fishing Gear Strategy. This five year initiative prioritizes the protection of whales, including the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale, while ensuring the sustainability of Canada's fisheries. The strategy, released on February 3, is designed to mitigate the risk of whale entanglements in fishing...

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 runs from...

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 hovering on the brink...