How Scientists Study Whales New York and New Jersey
How Scientists Study Whales Researchers identify individual whales by photographing their tail flukes. Each humpback whale has a unique tail pattern, allowing scientists to track: • migration routes • feeding patterns • population health This research helps scientists better understand the recovery of humpback whale populations along the Atlantic coast. Experience These Whales Up Close […]
Our Tours Are Different than most
The Science Advantage Some whale watching trips rely on simple narration. At Jersey Shore Whale Watch, trips are narrated by active marine scientists and whale researchers, including our lead research naturalist Dr. Danielle Brown. Because our team studies whales year-round, they often understand: • where whales are feeding • how ocean conditions influence whale movement […]