Scientists had believed Southern right whales have a lifespan of about 70 years, but a new study shows that endangered ...

Their analysis — which involved examining genetic data and 25 years’ worth of photos — revealed that just 7% of male ...

Their analysis — which involved examining genetic data and 25 years’ worth of photos ... in the Pacific as well as in other baleen whale species, including North Atlantic right whales.

We attribute the stark difference in longevity in North Atlantic right ... these photos, we developed what scientists call "survivorship curves" by estimating the probability whales would ...

Now, after the photos have been analyzed ... of prey throughout the North Pacific,” according to the release. While the heatwave lasted, the whales likely were not able consume enough food ...