North Atlantic right whales are returning north after giving birth off the coast of Georgia. Researchers have tallied 14 baby right whales since December, making it a ho-hum calving season for the critically endangered animals. The long-term average is 20 calves per season. Despite the slightly disappointing nursery totals, there were some bright spots.
Right Whales Head North After Below Average Calving Season In Coastal Georgia
Mary Landers, Savannah Morning News
Fri, 04/01/2016 - 7:13pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: Georgia Chatham County Augusta
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