Local authorities in Tasmania, Australia, have reported a distressing incident where more than 150 whales have become stranded near the town of Arthur River on the west coast of the island. The state’s Marine Conservation Program revealed that out of the 157 stranded animals, at least 90 were still alive as of the latest observations.
The stranded animals are believed to be false killer whales, as identified by Tasmania’s Department of Natural Resources and Environment. In response to this mass stranding, the Marine Conservation Program is collaborating with Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service to assess the situation and plan an appropriate response.
