Along the western coast of Australia, dozens of pilot whales found themselves stranded, prompting wildlife authorities to initiate rescue efforts. The Parks and Wildlife Service of Western Australia state reported that between 50 and 100 whales were discovered beached at Toby’s Inlet, situated near the popular tourist destination of Dunsborough. In response to the situation, staff from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, alongside veterinarians from Perth Zoo, were swiftly dispatched to the site. Dunsborough is located approximately 285 kilometers or 177 miles south of Perth, which serves as the state’s capital and largest city. Officials have strongly advised the public against attempting independent whale rescues. In a statement, they emphasized, ‘We understand the desire to assist, but we urge individuals to refrain from attempting rescues without guidance from DBCA personnel. Unauthorized interventions can inflict further harm, distress the animals, and obstruct coordinated rescue efforts.’ This incident brings to mind a similar mass stranding that occurred in July last year at Cheynes Beach, located 355 kilometers or 220 miles southeast of Dunsborough near the former whaling station of Albany. During that stranding, nearly 100 long-finned pilot whales either perished or underwent euthanasia after a two-day rescue operation.
Dozens of Whales Stranded on Western Australia Coast, Rescue Underway
