Whale Sightings off New England
Scientists report a large number of whales off New England, including an orca eating a tuna and a high concentration of rare sei whales. The area is important core habitat for endangered North Atlantic right whales, with concerns about vessel strikes and entanglements.
Key Points
- 161 whale sightings of seven different species
- Endangered North Atlantic right whales spotted
- Area important for whale conservation efforts
Pros
- High concentration of rare sei whales sighted
- Uncommon sighting of orca eating a tuna
- Importance of area as core habitat for North Atlantic right whales
Cons
- Concerns about vessel strikes and entanglements for whales