Overview
- The 2024 survey showed a decline from last year's sighting of 8 to 13 vaquitas.
- No newborns were observed, though one healthy juvenile was seen.
- The survey covered only 12% of the vaquitas' known habitat, suggesting more may exist elsewhere.
- Illegal gillnet fishing remains the primary threat to the vaquita's survival.
- Efforts to extend the survey and improve acoustic monitoring are underway despite challenges.