Dead Fin Whale Washes Ashore in San Diego
52-Foot Juvenile Found on Pacific Beach
A 52-foot-long fin whale, a juvenile female, was found dead on the shore of Pacific Beach in San Diego on Sunday morning, December 11, 2023. The incident occurred near Mission Beach and Pacific Beach.
The whale, an endangered species, had bite marks on its body, indicating that it may have been attacked by a predator before its death. The cause of death is still under investigation.
This is not the first time a whale has washed ashore in San Diego. In 2022, a 40-foot-long humpback whale was found dead on the shore of La Jolla.
The death of this fin whale is a sad reminder of the challenges facing marine life in our oceans. As we continue to learn more about these amazing creatures, it is important to do our part to protect them and their habitat.
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