The U.S. National Marine Fisheries seeks comment on NMFS’ 5-year reviews for the endangered fin whale (Baleaenopteraphysalus), the endangered gray whale (Eschrichtiusrobustus) Western North Pacific distinct population segment (DPS), and the endangered sei whale ((Baleaenoptera borealis).
NMFS is required by the Endangered Species Act to conduct 5-year reviews to ensure that the listing classifications of the species are accurate. The 5-year reviews must be based on the best scientific and commercial data available at the time.