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Why have so many whales washed up on the Pacific coast?
At least 81 gray whales have washed up this year along the coasts of California, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Scientists are calling this an “unusual mortality event," and they're trying to figure out what to do with the carcasses.
By Madeleine Brand • • 50m ListenAt least 81 gray whales have washed up this year along the coasts of California, Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Scientists are calling this an “unusual mortality event," and they're trying to figure out what to do with the carcasses.
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