Currently, the North Atlantic Right Whale is one of the world’s most endangered large whale species. The latest preliminary estimate suggests there are fewer than 350 remaining, with fewer than 100 breeding females. Threats to their population include: Changes in distribution and availability of prey, Climate change, Entanglement in fishing gear, Habitat degradation, Ocean noise, Small population size, and Vessel strikes. How You Can Help: Report a Right Whale Sighting- Please report all right whale sightings from Virginia to Maine at (866) 755-6622 and from Florida to North Carolina at 877-WHALE-HELP ((877) 942-5343). Right whale sightings in any location may also be reported to the U.S. Coast Guard via channel 16 or through the Whale Alert app Stay 500 Yards Away To protect right whales, NOAA Fisheries has regulations that prohibit approaching or remaining within 500 yards (1,500 feet) of a right whale—500 yards is the length of about five football fields. Report Marine Life in Distress Report a sick, injured, entangled, stranded, or dead animal to make sure professional responders and scientists know about it and can take appropriate action. Be Informed and Get Involved Stay updated on right whale reduction and other conservation measures. Credit: @noaa /NMFS NOAA News