A bacterial infection is suspected of causing the deaths of hundreds of southern right whale calves in Argentina’s Patagonia region, where dozens of dead young whales washed ashore again this week, continuing a trend that began in June. Researchers are investigating a possible outbreak of erysipelas, a serious bacterial disease commonly associated with bacteria found on the skin of the mammals. Scientists have not yet established the cause conclusively, while authorities continue working with researchers to investigate the deaths. The deaths have prompted an ongoing investigation as researchers work to identify the cause.
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