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New study reveals behavioral shift in southern right whales' selection of nursing sites

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Briefings

A 2026 study indicates southern right whales in Australia have shifted to nursing sites since 1970s bans on commercial whaling. The population rebounded from a few individuals to several hundred mother-calf pairs visiting the region annually.

Key points

• Whaling of southern right whales was banned in the 1970s, leading to a population rebound from a few individuals to several hundred mother-calf pairs visiting Australia annually.
• The study confirms a behavioral shift in nursing site selection among the species since the ban on commercial whaling.

Context

Australia's southern right whale population recovered significantly after commercial whaling ceased in the 1970s, resulting in a notable increase in winter visits to the region.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a 2026 study; specific details on behavioral shifts, exact numbers of nursing sites, or long-term trends remain unverified.

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