22 gray whales found dead in Washington as researchers warn of rising strandings

22 gray whales have already died of strandings this year on Northwest beaches

The whales are suffering from malnutrition, which researchers believe has been a consequence of climate change

Gray Whales Keep Turning Up in Rivers — What Is Driving This Strange Behavior?

Learn more about the gray whales getting lost and stranded in rivers, and the unfortunate events that are likely driving them to do so.

22 gray whales found dead in Washington as researchers warn of rising strandings

Washington researchers report 22 gray whale strandings this year, highlighting concerns over malnutrition and vessel strikes as Arctic feeding areas change

International News: Dead gray whales continue washing ashore as Scientists link decline to Arctic changes

By Zoila Palma:  Dead and emaciated gray whales have been washing up along Washington state shores at an alarming rate, with 21 carcasses discovered since March, according to research biologist John Calambokidis. The longtime whale researcher and founder of the Cascadia Research Collective said he is deeply concerned by the trend, which follows years of declining gray whale populations, NBC reports. Calambokidis said the species, once considered…

21 Gray Whale Deaths in 3 Months: Discover Why Carcasses are Appearing on Pacific Beaches

Whales generally feed for four to six months in the Arctic, according to Stewart. After this feeding period, they fast for the next 6-8 months, making these Arctic feeding grounds their primary source of nutrition. The factors influencing food availability in the Arctic are complex, and scientists continue to investigate them. However, Stewart explains that [...] The post 21 Gray Whale Deaths in 3 Months: Discover Why Carcasses are Appearing on …