The North Atlantic right whale (Eubalaena glacialis) is a baleen whale, one of three right whale species belonging to the genus Eubalaena, [1] all of which were formerly classified as a single species.

Dec 20, 2024 · The North Atlantic right whale is one of the world’s most endangered large whale species. Learn more about North Atlantic right whales and NOAA Fisheries' work to protect and conserve the species.

The North-Atlantic right whale is one of the most endangered of all large whales, with a long history of human exploitation and no signs of recovery despite protection from whaling since the 1930s. It is now mostly found along the Atlantic coast of North America, where it is threatened by entanglement in fishing gear and ship collisions.

Oct 17, 2019 · The endangered North Atlantic right whale population has been steadily declining for nearly a decade. Learn more about what we are doing and what you can do to help save right whales.

Jan 10, 2025 · The North Atlantic right whale is one the world’s most endangered large whale species. Their main threats are ship strikes and entanglement in fishing gear. There are between 350-400 North Atlantic right whales in existence, with ~95 reproductive-age females.

Stretching up to 16.8 meters (55 feet) long and weighing up to 62 tons (70 tons), the North Atlantic right whale is one of the world’s largest animals—and one of the most endangered whales. Scientists estimate that between 300-400 individuals remain.

The North Atlantic right whale (Eubalaena glacialis) is one of the world’s most endangered marine mammals. It draws the attention of researchers and conservationists due to its unique characteristics and tragic story.