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Petition to protect Rice's whales with a NOAA-designated critical habitat: please SIGN and SHARE. Only 50 individuals are left.
The Rice’s whale (Balaenoptera ricei) is critically endangered, with fewer than 50 individuals remaining in the Gulf of Mexico, making it America's only native whale. Urgent action is needed to protect this unique species, as no Critical Habitat has been designated, leaving them vulnerable to threats like ship strikes and pollution. We urge NOAA to take immediate steps to secure their future by designating a Critical Habitat under the Endangered Species Act.
Petition to protect Rice's whales with a NOAA-designated critical habitat: please SIGN and SHARE. Only 50 individuals are left.
The Rice’s whale (Balaenoptera ricei), one of the most endangered marine mammals, is on the brink of extinction, with fewer than 50 individuals remaining in the Gulf of Mexico. Urgent action is needed to protect these whales by designating a NOAA-critical habitat, which would implement measures like speed limits for ships and restrictions on offshore drilling. By signing and sharing this petition, you can help safeguard America’s only native whale and contribute to the preservation of our marine ecosystems. Act now to protect Rice’s whales!