For critically endangered North Atlantic right whales, the latest numbers bring good news — but it’s a fragile progress, resting on the edge between survival and loss. A new population estimate ...

The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale population has ticked up again, according to local researchers who say they’re “cautiously optimistic” about the species. The updated population ...

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the rarest whales on the planet has continued an encouraging trend of population growth in the wake of new efforts to protect the giant animals, according to scientists ...

A North Atlantic right whale was spotted off Cape Cod in late October, earlier than usual for this endangered species. Right whale observer Peter Flood was stunned when he saw the right whale from the ...

North Atlantic right whales are at a breaking point. Because of this, 2026 is a “make-or-break” year for the whales. With fewer calves being born each calving season, and many not surviving to ...

A North Atlantic right whale often seen in Cape Cod Bay – and once responsible for a canal closure – has died. Here’s what ...

WELLFLEET, Mass. (WPRI) — Researchers spotted an encouraging sign for a critically endangered species in Cape Cod Bay on Tuesday. The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) said its aerial observers saw a ...

North Atlantic right whales need to have 50 births per year to increase their population, a number that is mathematically impossible for the current population. In 2026, the North Atlantic right ...