A young gray whale washed ashore in Richmond Long Wharf on July 7, 2025, marking the 24th whale found dead in the San Francisco Bay area this year. Many deaths are attributed to ship strikes, with 21 gray whales recorded dead, including eight linked to vessels. Local scientists note the alarming number of strandings, reminiscent of previous mortality events. With limited data available, uncertainty about long-term trends remains. Although gray whales were delisted from endangered status, current circumstances raise alarm for their safety off the West Coast, with estimates suggesting 80 whale deaths annually from ship collisions.
In 2025, a young gray whale washed ashore, marking the 24th whale death in the bay this year, primarily due to ship strikes.
Scientists are concerned about the high number of whale deaths and the limited knowledge regarding mortality rates and causes, especially relating to human impacts.
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