On April 25, in a race against time, rescue teams attempted to save 160 whales stranded on the Australian coast of Dunsboroughsouth of Perth. While many were lucky to return to the sea, sadly 29 of them died, trapped in the shallow waters of Toby Inlet at Geographe Bay.
Frantic rescue operations were held to help these giants of the sea, who can survive on land for only six hours. The images and videos released show the drama of the situation with four pods of whales approximately 500 meters of beach.
Ian Wiesepresident of the group Geographer Marine Research and part of the rescue team, described the experience as overwhelming. Reconnaissance aircraft were employees to monitor that the freed animals do not return to shore, While local residents spontaneously joined the efforts, supporting the veterinarians and wildlife workers wild In the maintain the whales upright and ensure their blowholes remained clear.
Trapped whales: causes of the disaster
The exact causes of this tragic situation are yet to be determined. One theory suggests that an injured or sick whale may have changed course, bringing behind the rest of the herd. These animals form close bonds and Not they easily abandon a member in difficulty. Another possible explanation is pollution acoustic. THE noises produced from human activity can disorient whales, severely altering their natural behavior.
This is not an isolated event Australia; already in 2023, 90 whales died in similar circumstances to Cheynes Beach, Albany. Events like these raise important questions about our impact on the marine environment and the need for more strategies effective to protect these magnificent creatures.
And you, what do you think we can do to prevent future tragic events like this?
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