Two endangered right whales have been spotted with newborn calves off Florida’s Atlantic coast, offering a glimmer of hope for a species with fewer than 400 remaining members. Marine surveyors documented the pairs near Jacksonville’s Ponte Vedra Beach on December 30, marking a significant moment for right whale conservation efforts in Florida. The two mothers, both 20 years old, tell different stories about the struggles these marine mammals face. Caterpillar, a first-time mother, has overcome serious injuries from a previous ship strike that left her scarred and initially raised doubts about her ability to carry a pregnancy. The second mother, … Continue reading Endangered Right Whales: New Calves Spotted Off Florida Amid Population Below 400