CanadaPopulation of Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales Continues to Decline: StudySavePrintA right whale known as "Half Note” and her calf are shown in a January, 2022 handout photo off of Georgia. The Canadian Press/HO-Clearwater Marine AquariumThe Canadian Press10/24/2022|Updated: 10/24/20220:00X 1A new study says the population of critically endangered North Atlantic right whales is continuing its downward trend.The North Atlantic Right Whale Consortium says its latest estimate stands at 340 animals as of last year—a decline from 348 recorded in 2020.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesStriking BC Public Service Workers Expand Pickets Again to More Liquor StoresOct 07, 2025US Government to Take 10 Percent Stake in Canadian Mining Company Trilogy MetalsOct 07, 2025Airport Warns About Catfishing as People Arrive to Meet Loved Ones Who Don’t ExistOct 06, 2025Auto Sector Tempering Expectations of Carney’s Meeting With TrumpOct 06, 2025Related Topicswhalenorth atlanticpopulation decline