World's Rarest Whale Washes Ashore in New Zealand

A dead whale found on a New Zealand beach has been identified as a spade-toothed whale, one of the world's rarest species, never seen alive. The five-meter-long whale's identity was confirmed through its physical characteristics, and DNA testing is underway. This discovery could provide crucial information about the species, with only six samples documented worldwide. Local Māori communities will participate in deciding the whale's fate, as whales are considered sacred treasures.