# Right Whales at Risk from Vessel Strikes

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Podcast: [Boston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7485239)
Published: 2026-06-27T11:58:09+00:00
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A critically endangered North Atlantic right whale faces mounting peril from vessel strikes, despite decades of protective regulations. New proposals aim to ease speed restrictions by relying on advanced whale detection tech, but conservationists warn it could undo hard-won progress. Each whale — especially females who birth dozens of calves — is vital to survival, and mothers with calves are particularly vulnerable near the surface. Though seasonal slow zones have worked, voluntary zones suffer low compliance. Now officials are considering automated, real-time zones, sparking thousands of public comments as a final decision looms. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a5d716eb2679e951

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