The southern right whale was tagged off the coast of Albany, WA. / A satellite map showing the migratory path of a whale off the southern Australian coast. Unpredictable patterns ...

Scientists say southern right whale numbers have recovered in the Great Australian Bight Marine Park, and are now calling for further protection as they move into new areas.

Thousands of tourists will flock to Australia's coast this whale migration season, but a new map highlights why the future of these ocean giants is threatened. Michael Dahlstrom · Environment Editor ...

The Southern Right whale, gentle giant of the depths, is making a steady comeback from the edge of oblivion to which it was hunted as recently as 40 years ago. It is now packing in the foreign and ...

Southern right whales, like those seen this week were some of the most highly prized. Its common name was coined by sailors who deemed it the “right” whale to hunt because of its high oil and ...