Fisheries and Oceans Canada
NOTICE TO FISH HARVESTERS
Notice Number
nf.24.246
Issue Date
NORTH ATLANTIC RIGHT WHALE SIGHTING
On Sunday, August 11, 2024, a North Atlantic right whale (NARW) was sighted swimming near Brimestone Head, Fogo Island, NL.
Due to the area of sighting, no temporary measures will be implemented at this time. However, harvesters should be on alert while in this area.
The Government of Canada is undertaking extensive surveillance of many areas of Atlantic Canadian waters where North Atlantic right whales may be present.
To view information on NARW sightings, please follow the link below:
Whale Insight - An interactive map of North Atlantic right whale detections in Canada
For information, contact:
Connie Dobbin-Vincent
Resource Manager
Tel. (709) 730-4173
E-mail: connie.dobbin-vincent@dfo-mpo.gc.ca