Federal efforts to protect North Atlantic right whales from extinction are proving successful, as none of the endangered animals died last year as a result of becoming entangled in fishing gear or being struck by shipping vessels. Ross Lord reports on the delicate balancing act to protect the majestic mammals, while keeping the fishing industry running.
- First sighting of right whales in Canadian waters triggers partial fishing closure
- Entangled North Atlantic Right Whale spotted off Shippagan, N.B.
- Right whale spotted in Canadian waters for the first time in 2022