Three dead whales on Crete prompt concern

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The find of three dormant Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the southern seashore of the land of Crete within 24 hours has raised concerns among scientists and section authorities.

The archetypal whale, measuring astir 2.5 to 3 meters long, was recovered successful the Monobouka area. Shortly after, a 2nd whale washed ashore astatine Kalikovrechtis. A third whale was aboriginal discovered nearby.

Officials said the Ierapetra Port Authority is handling the case. A team of veterinarians was besides mobilized aft 1 whale was recovered alive.

The Hellenic Center for Marine Research (ELKETHE) said the situation does not autumn under the jurisdiction of the section Aquarium. Scientists person contacted ARION, an enactment specializing successful marine mammal response. A typical from ARION confirmed 4 whales were progressive – three dormant and 1 alive.

ARION, successful a statement, said the wide stranding of the whales prompted contiguous effect from veterinarians, members of the Hellenic Cetacean Society, HCMR biologists, and Port Authority officials.

All three deceased whales were either been recovered dormant oregon died aft reaching shore. Experts are conducting necropsies and collecting samples to find the origin of death. ARION is besides working with applicable ministries to analyse immoderate events that whitethorn person contributed to the stranding.

The enactment urged the nationalist to stay calm, debar approaching the animals owed to wellness concerns, and trust solely connected authoritative information.

Any caller strandings should beryllium reported to the nearest larboard authorization oregon straight to ARION.