CanadaPopulation of Endangered North Atlantic Right Whales Continues to Decline: Study00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintA 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 ArticlesMcGuinty Has ‘Every Confidence’ Fall Budget Will Pass Through Minority ParliamentOct 30, 2025Quebec Minister Resigns Amid Furor Over Doctor Payment BillOct 30, 2025Carney Tours Korean Shipyard That’s Vying to Build Canada’s Next Submarine FleetOct 30, 2025‘Call 1-800-Doug-Ford’: Ontario, NB Courting Quebec Doctors Unhappy With Pay LawOct 29, 2025Related Topicswhalenorth atlanticpopulation decline