Working List of Gray Whale Strandings in 2026

There has been an alarmingly high number of gray whale mortalities in Washington in 2026. The most common finding among examined whales is malnutrition, with some whales exhibiting internal trauma consistent with vessel collision. See below for working list of gray whale strandings and preliminary findings. These will be updated as details become available.

We anticipate there will be more throughout the stranding season. Please report any marine mammal strandings to the West Coast Marine Mammal Stranding Network Hotline at 1-866-767-6114.