A North Atlantic right whale has been found entangled in rope off New England, worsening an already devastating year for the species, which numbers less than 360. The entangled whale was spotted off Rhode Island's Block Island, making it difficult for rescuers to help. Several right whales have died this year, and environmental groups fear the species could be headed for extinction. The whales are vulnerable to entanglement in fishing gear and collisions with ships, and there are calls for stricter rules to protect them.
A North Atlantic right whale has been found entangled in rope off New England, adding to a devastating year for the already endangered species. With their population numbering less than 360, the whales are vulnerable to entanglement in fishing gear and collisions with ships. Environmental groups are calling for stricter regulations to protect the whales, as several have died this year and the species faces the threat of extinction.
A rare North Atlantic right whale was found dead off Massachusetts with potential evidence of injury from entanglement in fishing gear, highlighting the pressing threat to the species. With less than 360 individuals remaining, the whales are vulnerable to entanglement and ship collisions, leading to unusually high mortality. Conservation groups are advocating for tighter laws on vessel speed and commercial fishing to protect the whales, while some industries have opposed these measures. The loss of a young female right whale underscores the urgent need for stronger government leadership to prevent further harm to the remaining population.
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Between 60 to 70 North Atlantic right whales, including a mother and calf, were spotted feeding in Cape Cod Bay on Friday, making up about one-fifth of the world's entire population of the endangered species. The New England coast is one of the North Atlantic right whale's two critical habitats designated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries. Entanglement in fishing gear is one of the greatest threats to the animal, killing at least nine right whales since 2017.
