Whales spark joy in New York but face threats from boat traffic

Eager cruise passengers zipping around New York's southern shores rush to the starboard bow: a humpback whale is up for air, a breathtaking sighting set against Manhattan's iconic skyline. Such scenes are no longer uncommon in the city's waterways, sparking excitement for animal lovers but also forcing new policy effor

While New York offers bountiful food, it also hosts heavy maritime traffic.