A Message from Director of NOAA Fisheries Office of Protected Resource Kim Damon-Randall
Welcome to Whale Week 2026!
Whales are one of nature’s most awe-inspiring animals. Whale watching tours are so popular, in fact, that they boost U.S. coastal economies. And whales serve as vital indicators of the overall health of the ocean. As long-lived, slow-growing species, the health of both individual whales and their populations’ can provide insights into potential changes or stressors in the ocean.
This year, we invite you to take a deeper dive into several key areas about how...
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