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Tragic Stranding: Humpback Whale Found on Jersey Shore Passes Away
A stranded humpback whale found off Long Beach Island died after rescue efforts by the Marine Mammal Stranding Center and the United States Coast Guard, highlighting marine wildlife challenges.
- The humpback whale was first spotted by a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection aerial team around 3 p.m. on Friday off Long Beach Island.
- Rescue efforts involved the United States Coast Guard, which relocated the whale early Saturday morning with assistance from a helicopter crew.
- Despite the intervention of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, the whale, found on a shoal, unfortunately passed away on Sunday.
Why It Matters
The tragic fate of the humpback whale underscores ongoing environmental challenges affecting marine life, raising awareness about the need for effective wildlife protection and response efforts in coastal areas.