North Atlantic Right Whale Consortium

The North Atlantic Right Whale Consortium is an international organization dedicated to the conservation and recovery of the endangered North Atlantic right whale. Established in 1986 as a collaborative data-sharing group, the consortium now includes over 200 individuals from various research, conservation, industry, and government organizations. The consortium is recognized as a model for establishing species-related consortia and is focused on research, data management, and raising awareness about the threats facing the North Atlantic right whale.