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Researchers have observed an increasing number of humpback whale calves being born in colder southern waters, over 1500km south of their traditional calving zones, potentially exposing them to greater risks. A UNSW-led study, sparked by a sighting during a whale-watching trip, collected 200 calf sightings, revealing complex migratory behaviors and trends towards earlier migrations due to environmental changes. The shift in calving locations may be a strategy to avoid competition for food, but it raises concerns about the calves’ safety in busy shipping lanes.
