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Boaters Pay Fines for Approaching Endangered Killer Whales, Putting Their Feeding at Risk

Research shows nearby boats interrupt feeding of imperiled whales.
June 01, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Rental boat approaching endangered Southern Resident killer whales off San Juan Island A witness on San Juan Island took this photo of a rental boat approaching endangered Southern Resident killer whales off the west side of the island. NOAA investigators also interviewed the kayak guide who said the boat was under power at the time.

Recommended 2022 Species Recovery Grants Projects

NOAA Fisheries has recommended $6.2 million in funding for 12 new projects and 13 ongoing projects.
April 29, 2022 - Feature Story ,
Alaska
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Cook Inlet beluga whale Cook Inlet beluga whale

Working with West Coast Tribes to Protect Endangered Species

NOAA Fisheries is dedicated to engaging with federally recognized Tribes on endangered species consultations.
April 04, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
A male salmon swims underwater along a rocky bottom Chinook salmon are an important resource in the Pacific Northwest for many Tribes in the region. Photo Credit: John McMillan

Meet Lynne Barre, Seattle Branch Chief for the Protected Resources Division and the Recovery Coordinator for Endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales

Learn more about Lynne Barre's work as the Seattle Branch Chief for the Protected Resources Division and the Recovery Coordinator for endangered Southern Resident killer whales.
March 03, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Lynne Barre Lynne Barre on the water at sunset. Photo courtesy of Lynne Barre.

Podcast: Checking In on Endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales

Learn the latest on endangered Southern Resident killer whales with Dr. Megan Wallen, a marine mammal specialist in NOAA Fisheries West Coast Protected Resources Division.
February 14, 2022 - Podcast ,
West Coast
National
Southern Resident killer whales encountered during NOAA's PODs (Pacific Orcinus Distribution Survey) in October 2021 Southern Resident killer whales encountered during NOAA's PODs (Pacific Orcinus Distribution Survey) in October 2021 near the west end of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Credit: NOAA Fisheries

Encountering Giants: Inspiring Moments with Whales

Our scientists describe amazing moments they shared with humpback, killer, beaked, and sperm whales.
February 09, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Humpback whale under rainbow Humpback whale under rainbow. Credit: Shutterstock

Status Review Finds Endangered Killer Whales Still Face High Risk of Extinction

NOAA Fisheries has concluded that whales continue to face a high risk of extinction and should remain listed as endangered. Southern Resident Connections - Post 23
January 19, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Killer whale eatig salmon Southern Resident killer whale preys on salmon in the Salish Sea near Seattle. Credit: Su Kim/NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries Completes 5-Year Review of Endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales

The Endangered Species Act 5-year review on Southern Resident killer whales concluded that this species continues to face a high risk of extinction and should remain listed as endangered.
January 04, 2022 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Southern Resident killer whales encountered during NOAA's Pacific Orcinus Distribution Survey in October 2021 Southern Resident killer whales encountered during NOAA's PODs (Pacific Orcinus Distribution Survey) in October 2021 near the west end of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Brad Hanson

Lost Whale L47 Reflects the Plight of Endangered Southern Resident Whales

She produced seven calves over her life, although only three survived. The whale population is struggling to recover. Southern Resident Connections - Post 22
October 20, 2021 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Killer whale at sea Southern Resident killer whale L47, also known as Marina, was born in 1974, just after the last commercial captures of the now-endangered population. Credit: Jeanne Hyde/The Whale Museum

Amended Plan Leaves More Salmon for Endangered Killer Whales in Low Return Years

Fisheries do not jeopardize continued existence of Southern Resident orcas. Southern Resident Connections - Post 20
September 14, 2021 - Feature Story ,
West Coast
Dorsal fin of a killer whale swimming off the Washington Coast An endangered Southern Resident killer whale off the coast of Washington. Credit: NOAA Fisheries/Northwest Fisheries Science Center