East GULF - 208 NM West of Naples, FL
25.925 N 85.616 W (25°55'31" N 85°36'58" W)
The highly endangered Rice's whale, a newly identified species, inhabit the northeastern Gulf of Mexico year-round along the continental shelf-break between 100m and 400m depth. Vessels can kill or injure whales - please use slow speeds and be prepared to avoid surfacing whales. To report sightings call 1-877-WHALE-HELP.
Search and Rescue Data are not available for this station.
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