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Hundreds Watch Sharks Swarm Dead Whale on Perth Beach
29 Sep
Summary
- A large, smelly whale carcass washed ashore at a popular Western Australia beach.
- Multiple sharks, including a five-metre great white, were observed near the carcass.
- The beach was closed for several kilometres due to the dead whale and shark presence.
A significant marine event unfolded at Perth's City Beach in Western Australia on Monday morning when a large whale carcass washed ashore. The dead animal, estimated to be about six metres long, became a focal point for both authorities and the public due to its size and strong odor.
Local surf lifesavers discovered the deceased whale around 7:30 AM, prompting an immediate response from authorities. The beach was subsequently closed for a considerable stretch, spanning several kilometres in each direction from the carcass. This closure was implemented as a safety precaution.
The presence of sharks near the whale attracted considerable attention, with footage showing multiple sharks, notably a five-metre great white, swimming in close proximity to the carcass. The unusual spectacle drew hundreds of onlookers to witness the scene.
