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Why are whales declining?
The whales are vulnerable to ship collisions and becoming trapped in commercial fishing gear. They have also given birth to fewer calves in recent years. “The reality is we are still seeing unsustainable levels of human impacts on the species,” said Heather Pettis.
Is there a decline in whale population?
In the past decade, the whale population has seen a 28% drop. To protect the endangered whales, the NOAA is working on new rules to restrict fisheries and boat speeds.
What is being done to save whales?
We use a variety of innovative techniques to study, protect, and rescue these endangered animals. We engage our partners as we develop regulations and management plans that foster healthy fisheries and reduce the risk of entanglements, create whale-safe shipping practices, and reduce ocean noise.
