White boat paddle (Photo by Steve Long on Unsplash)
Whale detection system WhaleSpotter scans San Francisco Bay day and night and alerts mariners to slow or reroute.
Whale populations face ongoing threats from hunting, ship strikes, bycatch, pollution and noise, while scientists map their evolution and ecology.
May 21, 2026
Humpback whale numbers have risen to about 135,000 worldwide, yet entanglement and ship strikes remain serious threats.
May 18, 2026
Humpback whale populations have rebounded globally to about 135,000, yet vessel strikes and fishing gear entanglements remain key threats.
May 18, 2026
British Columbia wildlife includes whales, bears, rare marmots and guided tours for close but managed encounters across the province.
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