marine ecosystem
North Atlantic Right Whale Population Shows Promising Recovery After Decades of Decline
Oct 22, 2025 02:28 am CST
The endangered North Atlantic right whale population has increased to 384 individuals, showing a 7% growth since 2020 after years of decline. Conservation efforts in Canada and the US have contributed to this recovery, with 11 new calves born and no mortalities recorded this year. Despite this progress, environmental groups warn that continued protection is essential for the species' survival against threats from ship collisions and fishing gear entanglement.
Mysterious Mass Stranding: 26 Killer Whales Found Dead on Argentine Beach Baffles Scientific Community
Oct 17, 2025 12:16 am CST
Scientists are investigating the rare mass stranding of 26 ecotype D killer whales on a remote Argentine beach, marking only the third such event in recorded history. Researchers from CONICET and CADIC are collecting biological samples and environmental data to determine whether natural causes or concerning ecosystem changes led to this puzzling incident involving these apex marine predators.