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Whale Carcass Washes Ashore on Ameland Beach, Remains There for Now
The carcass of a whale washed ashore on the beach of the Wadden island Ameland during high tide on Friday morning. Rijkswaterstaat identified the animal as likely being a juvenile common minke whale, approximately 11 meters long. The tail is broken, and the body is significantly decomposed. Authorities have asked the public to keep their distance and not touch the carcass. Cleanup is difficult due to the fragile state of the remains, so it will remain on the beach for now. Officials are monitoring the situation, noting that the carcass may provide food for coastal animals.
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