North Pacific right whale

Most Vessels Ignored Voluntary Slowdown Meant to Protect Critically Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales

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Monday, February 22, 2021
Cetaceans, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Whale, Right whale, Marine mammal, Animal rights, North Pacific right whale, Whale conservation

At least 33 North Atlantic right whales have died since 2017, 21 of them in busy Canadian waters.

Key Points: 
  • At least 33 North Atlantic right whales have died since 2017, 21 of them in busy Canadian waters.
  • The report, The Edge of Extinction, outlines the plight of one of the most endangered marine mammals on the planet, with only about360 North Atlantic right whales left, and highlights steps the federal government must take to protect the remaining few and help ensure the species survival.
  • North Atlantic right whales are in crisis.
  • We know that slower speeds can help save right whales: the slower the vessel, the higher the likelihood of a whale surviving a collision.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute Expands Aerial Survey Area to Track One of the Rarest Whales in the World

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Balaenidae, Baleen whales, Endangered animals, Cetaceans, Whale, Right whale, North Atlantic right whale, North Pacific right whale, Short-finned pilot whale

"These whales tend to migrate in shallower waters than other whales, which can put them near our dredging projects.

Key Points: 
  • "These whales tend to migrate in shallower waters than other whales, which can put them near our dredging projects.
  • Scientists estimate there are less than 400 right whales remaining, making them one of the rarest whales in the world.
  • Being able to track and monitor their movements brings awareness to the species and is critical to their survival.
  • "We are very excited to expand our aerial survey efforts this year,"said Melanie White, North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation Project Manager.

Government of Canada continues protecting Southern Resident killer whales through new technologies

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Friday, December 11, 2020
Cetaceans, Killer whale, Predators, Whale, Southern resident killer whales, North Pacific right whale, Blue whale

This research will improve our ability to track Southern Resident killer whales in near real-time and will help us better understand how they are using their habitat.

Key Points: 
  • This research will improve our ability to track Southern Resident killer whales in near real-time and will help us better understand how they are using their habitat.
  • Protecting Canada's endangered whales is a priority for the Government of Canada.
  • Key threats affecting the survival and recovery of Southern Resident killer whales include reduced prey availability, contaminants, as well as physical and acoustic disturbance from vessels.
  • "Advanced acoustic detection tools and research methods, will help to further understand the behaviour of the endangered Southern Resident killer whales.

Significant action taken in 2020 to protect North Atlantic right whales in Canada

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Cetaceans, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Right whale, Whale, Blue whale, North Pacific right whale

For the past several years, North Atlantic right whales have been increasingly present in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and Canada has taken significant action to protect them from entanglements in fishing gear and vessel collisions.

Key Points: 
  • For the past several years, North Atlantic right whales have been increasingly present in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and Canada has taken significant action to protect them from entanglements in fishing gear and vessel collisions.
  • The Government of Canada remains committed to taking all necessary actions to help reduce vessel collision risks to North Atlantic right whales."
  • "The 2020 adapted measures have helped keep North Atlantic right whales protected in Canadian waters.
  • According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there are approximately 366 North Atlantic right whales remaining in the world.

Oceana Canada Research Reveals Ships are Ignoring Voluntary Slowdown Zone Designed to Protect Endangered Right Whales

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Thursday, June 11, 2020
Cetaceans, Mammals, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Right whale, Whale, North Pacific right whale, Cetacea

North Atlantic right whales are one of the worlds most endangered whales, with only around 400 left.

Key Points: 
  • North Atlantic right whales are one of the worlds most endangered whales, with only around 400 left.
  • Transport Canada uses several measures to try to protect right whales from ship strikes, including a combination of mandatory season-long and temporary slowdown zones.
  • Last year, Oceana launched a joint campaign in Canada and the U.S. to reduce risks to North Atlantic right whales.
  • Fishing gear from the U.S. and Canada entangles an estimated 100 North Atlantic right whales each year, and about 86 per cent of all North Atlantic right whales have been entangled at least once.

Government of Canada announces second year of enhanced measures to protect Southern Resident killer whales

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Thursday, May 7, 2020
Cetaceans, Mammals, Oceanic dolphins, Apex predators, Killer whale, Predators, Southern resident killer whales, Whale, Captive killer whales, North Pacific right whale

This year's measures once again reflect advice from First Nations, the Southern Resident killer whale technical working groups, the Indigenous and Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Group, and from public consultations.

Key Points: 
  • This year's measures once again reflect advice from First Nations, the Southern Resident killer whale technical working groups, the Indigenous and Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Group, and from public consultations.
  • The measures focus on the primary threats to Southern Resident killer whales: prey availability and accessibility, acoustic and physical disturbance, and contaminants.
  • Effectively protecting and recovering Southern Resident killer whales requires a long-term, collective effort led by the Government of Canada and other partners.
  • The Government of Canada looks forward to continuing this collaborative effort to protect and reduce threats for these iconic whales."

Oceana Launches Campaign in Canada and U.S. to Save North Atlantic Right Whales from Extinction

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
Cetaceans, Mammals, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Right whale, Whale, Whaling, Mammals of Asia, Humpback whale, North Pacific right whale

In a new report , Oceana details the dire reality facing North Atlantic right whales, highlighting their two greatest threats entanglements in fishing gear and collisions with ships.

Key Points: 
  • In a new report , Oceana details the dire reality facing North Atlantic right whales, highlighting their two greatest threats entanglements in fishing gear and collisions with ships.
  • Since 2017, 28 North Atlantic right whales have been confirmed dead in Canadian and U.S. waters and only around 400 animals remain.
  • North Atlantic right whales were named for being the right whale to hunt because they were often found near shore, swim slowly and tend to float when killed.
  • After whaling of North Atlantic right whales was banned in 1935, their population increased to as many as 483 individuals in 2010.

Oceana Launches Campaign in U.S. and Canada to Save North Atlantic Right Whales from Extinction

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
Other Philanthropy, Public policy, Other Policy Issues, Research, Other Government, Science, Public policy, Government, Maritime, Transport, Environment, Philanthropy, Other Natural Resources, Natural Resources, White House, Federal Government, Cetaceans, Mammals, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Right whale, Whale, Gray whale, North Pacific right whale

Oceana , the largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation, today launched a campaign in the U.S. and Canada to help save the North Atlantic right whale from extinction.

Key Points: 
  • Oceana , the largest international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean conservation, today launched a campaign in the U.S. and Canada to help save the North Atlantic right whale from extinction.
  • In a new report , Oceana details the dire reality facing North Atlantic right whales, highlighting their two greatest threats entanglements in fishing gear and collisions with ships.
  • Since 2017, 28 North Atlantic right whales have been confirmed dead in U.S. and Canadian waters and only around 400 animals remain.
  • North Atlantic right whales were named for being the right whale to hunt because they were often found near shore, swim slowly and tend to float when killed.

Government of Canada adjusts measures to protect the North Atlantic right whales

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Saturday, August 3, 2019
Cetaceans, Mammals, Vertebrates, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, Right whale, North Atlantic right whale, Whale, North Pacific right whale, Moira Brown

The Government of Canada is seized with helping the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale, and continues to maintain the enhanced measures it has implemented to protect this iconic species.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada is seized with helping the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale, and continues to maintain the enhanced measures it has implemented to protect this iconic species.
  • In response to the recent deaths of North Atlantic right whales, the Government of Canada took substantial measures.
  • During this time, no North Atlantic right whales were spotted in the shipping lanes.
  • Transport Canada continues to work with other government departments and the marine transportation industry to ensure the safety of the North Atlantic right whale, and is prepared to adjust its measures as necessary.

Statement by Minister Garneau regarding actions taken to address the recent deaths of North Atlantic right whales

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Cetaceans, Mammals, Balaenidae, Endangered animals, Baleen whales, North Atlantic right whale, Whale, Marine mammal, Right whale, Apex predators, North Pacific right whale

"Transport Canada inspectors, with assistance from the Canadian Coast Guard's Marine Communications and Traffic Services, will enforce this precautionary measure.

Key Points: 
  • "Transport Canada inspectors, with assistance from the Canadian Coast Guard's Marine Communications and Traffic Services, will enforce this precautionary measure.
  • For the past three years, our government has taken concrete action to help protect the North Atlantic right whales, who have been increasingly present in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence in recent years.
  • "Protecting our endangered North Atlantic right whales is an important task, one that our government takes seriously.
  • We will continue to work with our partners to ensure the safety of these marine mammals, as well as vessels, and crew."