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Gotham Whale
Coverage of Gotham Whale in the Nexus archive.
- 500th humpback whale spotted in waters around New York City
The 500th humpback whale has been spotted in waters around New York City. Gotham Whale has observed up to 100 whales annually in the region over the past decade.
- NYC reaches whale-sized milestone: 500th humpback whale spotted in waters
Gotham Whale, a nonprofit marine research and conservation group, documented its 500th humpback whale in the waters surrounding New York City. The milestone highlights increased humpback whale activity in the region.
- Whale slams into NJ fireboat in the Arthur Kill, forcing crew out of the vessel
A whale struck a New Jersey fireboat in the Arthur Kill, causing catastrophic damage and forcing the crew to abandon the vessel. No injuries were reported, and nearby boaters and the Perth Amboy Fire Department rescued the crew. Researchers note cleaner waters are attracting more marine mammals to the area.