Right Whale Sighting Network

05/29/2026

Please use the link below to tell NOAA by June 2nd at 11:59pm to keep speed limits in place to reduce the risk of vessel collisions with North Atlantic right whales. There is NO proven technology to reduce this risk that's as effective as slowing your speed.

Additionally, many commercial companies plan their trips months in advance. Factoring in an 'emergency' reroute or slow down affects their scheduling and their bottom line. Slower speeds can be factored into their schedules ahead of time and they don't need to worry about last minute changes that could cost them money.

Your voice matters!

05/19/2026

Come visit us this Saturday May 23rd, 2026!

Lots of fun, music, food, and numerous amazing local groups! Put on by

More info here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1akJPzZ3jr/

05/13/2026

We're so glad research like this is going on!

Qiujie “Angie” Zheng U.S. consumers are willing to pay more for lobster harvested using ropeless fishing technology designed to reduce whale entanglement risks, according to new University of Maine research. A study led by Qiujie “Angie” Zheng, associate professor of business analytics in th...

05/07/2026

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION for the 2026 Right Whale Festival is now OPEN!

The festival will be held on Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Main Beach Park on Amelia Island, Florida.

The Right Whale Festival features exhibitors focused on the ocean, nature, science, water recreation, education, conservation or the environment. We also welcome exhibitors selling unique gifts, fine art, photography, and crafts related to this theme.

Exhibitors can register online at: https://rightwhalefestival.com/get-involved

Exhibitor registration will remain open until October 1, 2026 or until all exhibtor spaces are filled.

05/07/2026

The Vessel Speed Rule is a necessary lifeline for North Atlantic right whales and reduces mortality risk to right whales by ~90%. With fewer than 400 remaining, the loss of even a single whale, particularly a reproductive female or calf, has profound consequences for the survival of the species. As many of you know, 23 new calves were born this year, and they deserve a chance to live without the ever-looming threat of an accidental vessel strike.

Even though this rule is successful in reducing collisions, NOAA now is considering removing this rule for unproven technology. While technology can help detection, it cannot replace mitigation. Slower speeds not only reduce whale deaths but also increase the chance that vessel operators and whales can avoid collisions altogether.

Use our form with Endangered Species Coalition and tell NOAA to keep the vessel speed rule in place https://endangered.quorum.us/campaign/159842/

04/27/2026

🌊 Blue S.E.A. Marine Science Session

Hosted by Blue World Research Institute & Argonauta Academy

⏰ June 8, 9, 9 am - 3 pm & June 10, 9 am - 1 pm and 9 pm - 12 am (turtle walk)
Ages 13-18 $275.00

🌊 Join us for science, education, & adventure in this hands-on, feet-wet marine science STEAM camp! During this deep dive into marine science, we will process a wildlife forensics crime scene, test water quality, complete dissections, master knot tying, learn about cetacean disentanglement and strandings, and study microplastics. We will learn the art of Gyotaku fish printing, discover how technology such as camera traps and drones helps researchers, explore the lagoon with seine nets, experience a nighttime nesting sea turtle walk, and so much more! The camp will meet at Argonauta Academy, the Indian River Lagoon, and the beach.

🐚 Register - ArgonautaAcademy.com

04/22/2026

The Endangered Species Amendments Act has been PULLED FROM THE HOUSE FLOOR!!! It's safe... for now. Go celebrate Earth Day!!!

04/16/2026

Wowsa!

S***m whales, which make clicking sounds to communicate, use different “vowels” in ways similar to human speech