This summer, CWF has teamed up with the Ocean Tracking Network<\/a> to bring you a series of live webinars about the North Atlantic Right Whale \u2013 one of the most critically endangered large whales on the planet. In July, we hosted a conversation between Sean Brillant, CWF Senior Conservation Biologist for Marine Programs, and Tonya Wimmer, Executive Director of the Marine Animal Response Society<\/a>.<\/p>\n Every year, more than 1,000 marine animal incidents are reported in Canada.<\/strong>\u00a0Many of these involve large marine animals, such as the North Atlantic Right Whale, that are already critically endangered. Sean and Tonya discussed the importance of responding to marine animal emergencies and the key role you and other Canadians can play by reporting incidents.<\/p>\n Sadly, some of these incidents have tragic endings. When a marine animal dies, a necropsy (or autopsy) can help us better understand and conserve marine wildlife. In the recording below, Tonya discusses her experience participating in North Atlantic Right Whale necropsies and shares rare images.<\/p>\n Sean and Tonya also recorded a follow-up Q&A to answer your questions about marine animal response and necropsy. What happens if a large animal is beached in a location that is difficult to retrieve? How do you prepare emotionally to respond to these events or perform a necropsy? Watch the webinar and Q&A below.<\/p>\n