Protect rice’s whales

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Photo: NOAA

The Rice's whale – the only whale species to reside in the Gulf of Mexico year-round – is about three million years old and an incredible part of the Gulf's natural history.

It's also one of the most endangered whales on earth. But with our help, Rice’s whales can recover and thrive.  

protect rice’s whales

Rice's whale

Photo: NOAA

Photo: Christian Wagley

Photo: Christian Wagley

People gathered around a table learning about Rice's whales

Photo: Christian Wagley

Learn more about Rice’s whales, the threats they face, and how we can protect them. 

Check out our resources that can teach kids about Rice’s whales inside and outside of the classroom.

People across the Gulf are standing up for the Rice’s whale. Learn more about their stories here.

See which local and national organizations are advocating for the Rice’s whale.