Researchers say each new calf spotted this year is an encouraging sign for critically endangered whales.
No newborns were spotted during the last calving season, and just five calves were counted last year.
Scientists estimate only about 450 North Atlantic right whales remain.
It is also against the law to be within 458m of a right whale.
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