This footage was filmed and produced 15 February 2024.

A recent study conducted by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) has shed light on the presence and distribution of endangered fin whales in the waters off New York and New Jersey. The study, published in the journal "Scientific Reports," analyzed fin whale song patterns in the New York Bight, ranging from Montauk, NY to Cape May, NJ.

The research revealed that fin whale songs were detected year-round in the region, with peak prevalence observed in the fall to winter months, indicating potential breeding behavior. Additionally, the study found differences in song patterns between seasons, with shorter intervals between notes during the fall to winter months, likely related to breeding, and longer intervals during the spring, possibly associated with foraging behavior.

The study is part of ongoing research efforts to safeguard endangered whales in the NY Bight, including fin whales, North Atlantic right whales, humpback whales, sei whales, and minke whales. With continued monitoring and conservation measures, researchers aim to ensure the long-term survival of these marine species in the region.