Fact Sheet
North Atlantic Right Whale
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Defenders Web Pages
Species at Risk: North Atlantic Right Whale
External Links
Right Whales on NOAA's website
Right Whale Identification Game (New England Aquarium)
Right Whale Research (New England Aquarium)
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Fast Facts
Length 45-55 ft.
Weight Up to 70 tons; females are larger than males.
Lifespan 50-100 years.
Range Map
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Endangered Species Act:
Endangered
IUCN Red List:
Endangered
CITES:
Appendix I
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