World's Rarest Whale Possibly Found on New Zealand Beach
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Scientists in New Zealand may have made a breakthrough in studying the world's rarest whale, the spade-toothed whale, after a specimen washed ashore on Otago beach. This discovery could provide unprecedented insights into the species, which has never been seen alive and is known from only a few previous finds. Genetic testing and collaboration with local Māori iwi will help confirm the whale's identity and allow for detailed scientific examination.
Topics:world#conservation#marine-biology#new-zealand#rare-species#science-and-environment#spade-toothed-whale
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