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Rare True's Beaked Whales Spotted in Marine Survey

11/8/2025

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Researchers from New England Aquarium spotted True's beaked whales during a survey over Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument.
The sighting included two adults and a juvenile.
Orla O'Brien, aquarium scientist, says these whales are hard to spot due to deep diving and breath-holding.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration notes that little is known about the species.
The survey also recorded over 400 dolphins and seven fin whales.

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Researchers from New England Aquarium spotted True's beaked whales during a survey over Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument.
The sighting included two adults and a juvenile.
Orla O'Brien, aquarium scientist, says these whales are hard to spot due to deep diving and breath-holding.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration notes that little is known about the species.
The survey also recorded over 400 dolphins and seven fin whales.