Massachusetts is honoring its official marine mammal, the critically endangered right whale, with its second annual Right Whale Day. With only around 360 right whales remaining, including merely 70 breeding females, the event aims to educate the public and highlight initiatives to protect the species. Calving numbers have remained low, with 11 calves born this past season, and human-caused injuries, such as fishing gear entanglements and vessel strikes, continue to pose a significant threat. The Massachusetts Environmental Trust will also mark the 30th anniversary of the right whale license plate, which has supported conservation projects for decades.