North Atlantic Right Whale
(Eubalaena glacialis)
Average size: 14 meters (46 feet) and 63 tonnes (140,000 pounds)
Appearance: They have a stocky black body that may have white patches. North Atlantic right whales do not have a dorsal (top) fin and they have short pectoral (side) fins. Their tails are broad with a deep notch in the middle of the two flukes (two sides of the tail). Individuals can be identified by unique white calluses on their heads
U.S. conservation status: Endangered
New York conservation status: Species of Greatest Conservation Need; also see current Unusual Mortality Event
Vocalizations: These whales produce distinct low-frequency moans, short “gunshot” grunts, and short “whoops” that go up in pitch known as “upcalls”