Animal experts conducted an autopsy on the whale.
The young calf can be seen learning how to swim with the help of its mother.
"It is amazing to see Pi back again."
This behavior is only found in juveniles, who have been recently separated from their mothers, and remain curious and playful with humans compared to adult whales.
"He normally barks, but he didn't this time, he seemed so mesmerized."
"It's now officially known as 'Barrett' with the nickname 'Humpie B.'"
Increased dolphin and whale sightings around New York are thanks to improved fishing practices and cleaner waters.
"We were just in awe and so grateful to be that close to such a magnificent creature."
It is believed to have got lost and ended up in waters much shallower than the species usually is found in.
The birds, which can migrate as far as Eastern Europe, were flying in what is called a murmuration.