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 ArticlesToys ‘R’ Us Canada on Cusp of Closing More Locations: Court FilingsFeb 11, 2026BC Throne Speech Cancelled Because of Tumbler Ridge ShootingFeb 11, 2026BMO Joins Rest of Big Bank Peers in Supporting Proposed International Defence BankFeb 11, 2026A Quarter of Canadians Have Been Victims of Fraud or Extortion: SurveyFeb 11, 2026Related Topicswhalenorth atlanticpopulation decline