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Gray whales on the rebound: Signs of hope despite challenges

by NOAA Fisheries 21 Feb 16:42 GMT
Gray whales migrating south in the Southern California Bight © NOAA Fisheries / SWFSC/MMTD

California's gray whales are an iconic, beloved species. Our scientists have been concerned about the Eastern North Pacific gray whale after a recent increase in strandings and deaths.

On our latest podcast, hear how they're rebounding after years of decline.

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