7 Right Whale Calves Spotted In Florida’s Atlantic Waters

Scientists estimate only about 450 North Atlantic right whales remain.

Michael Dwyer / Associated Press file

Seven rare right whale calves have been spotted so far this winter off Florida’s Atlantic coast.

Researchers say each new calf spotted this year is an encouraging sign for the critically endangered whales.

No newborns were spotted during the last calving season, and just five calves were counted during the previous year.