The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale population saw 23 calves born during the 2025-26 calving season—the highest count since 2009.
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A baby boom for North Atlantic right whales, but extinction still a threat
23 whales Calves born this season
2009 year Highest count since
18 Of 23 proportion Mothers giving birth recently
3–4 Years typical cycle Improved breeding interval
10 Years To 3-4 Years breeding interval improved from
18 mothers birthing within 6 years