Endangered Status Reflects Ongoing Conservation Concerns for Sei Whales

Despite decades of protection, sei whales remain classified as endangered in several jurisdictions.

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The Endangered Species Act provides federal protections for listed marine mammals in U.S. waters.

Balaenoptera borealis is listed as Endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act due to historical overexploitation and continued threats such as ship strikes and climate change.

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Legal protections prohibit hunting and support research initiatives aimed at monitoring recovery and mitigating modern risks.

Conservation status designations highlight both progress made since commercial whaling ended and the work that remains to secure long-term stability.

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NOAA Fisheries

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