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World’s rarest whale to undergo study for first time in New Zealand
A whale species scientists know next to nothing about will undergo the first full dissection in New Zealand after washing ashore this summer.
Scientists gather to decode puzzle of the world’s rarest whale in ‘extraordinary’ New Zealand study
Scientists and culture experts in New Zealand have begun the first-ever dissection of a spade-toothed whale, the world's rarest whale species.
World's rarest whale examined by scientists in New Zealand
An extremely rare spade-toothed beaked whale is being examined by researchers in New Zealand. Only seven of its kind have ever been found and almost nothing is known about the enigmatic species.
Scientists to learn more about world's 'rarest whale'
A spade-toothed whale that washed up in New Zealand in July 2024 is about to be studied, and scientists hope to learn more about how they can help it survive.
Rarest Whale Mysteries To Be Uncovered in 'Unbelievable' Study
Scientists met today to dissect the world's seventh known male spade-toothed whale, which washed up near a fishing village in New Zealand.
Scientists gather to decode puzzle of the world's rarest whale
Scientists and culture experts in New Zealand have begun the first ever dissection of a spade-toothed whale, the world's rarest whale species.
The world’s rarest whale will be dissected — here’s why it’s so important
It is the world’s rarest whale, with only seven of its kind ever spotted. Almost nothing is known about the enigmatic species.
This whale species is so rare it’s never been seen alive
I can’t tell you how extraordinary it is,” said a joyful Anton van Helden, senior marine science adviser for New Zealand’s conservation agency, who gave the spade-toothed whale its name to distinguish it from other beaked species.
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New Zealanders help to save about 30 whales after a pod strands on a beach
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — More than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand were safely returned to the ocean after conservation workers and residents helped ...
More than 30 stranded whales rescued in New Zealand by people lifting them on sheets
Officials praised as "incredible" the efforts made by hundreds of people to help save the foundering pilot whales.
New Zealand locals help rescue more than 30 whales stranded on beach
New Zealand locals help rescue more than 30 whales stranded on beach - Four of the pilot whales died, New Zealand’s ...
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Heroic Effort Saves 30 Pilot Whales After Mass Stranding
More than 30 pilot whales stranded on a New Zealand beach were successfully returned to the sea thanks to a collaborative effort by locals and conservation workers, who used sheets to refloat ...
More than 30 stranded whales rescued in New Zealand
None of the rescued whales were re-stranded, but three adults and one calf died, authorities said.
New Zealanders save more than 30 stranded whales by lifting them on sheets
More than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand have been safely returned to the ocean after ...
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New Zealanders help save about 30 whales after a pod strands on a beach
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — More than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand were safely returned to the ocean after conservation workers and residents helped to ...
Since 1872, only seven were ever seen: World's rarest whale goes under the surgeon's knife
The spade-toothed whale, Mesoplodon traversi, is the world's rarest whale. Since 1872, only seven specimens have been found, ...