Stingray washes up on Welsh beach, rare sighting reported

A North Atlantic right whale named Calvin, previously believed dead after disappearing for nearly three years, was recently sighted off Massachusetts, showcasing the species' resilience despite recurring human-caused traumas like entanglements and vessel strikes. Calvin’s survival is noteworthy given she was orphaned as a calf and has endured multiple life-threatening incidents, and her reappearance among a group of right whales in a busy shipping lane has prompted officials to alert vessels and implement protections. Meanwhile, conservationists are investigating the cause of death of a 40-foot humpback whale found off New York’s Rockaway Beach, reminding the public that all marine mammals are legally protected. These events highlight both the threats facing whales in U.S. waters and ongoing efforts to monitor and safeguard these endangered species.