Publication of the report by the New Zealand Department of Conservation

World's Rarest Whale Washes Up on Otago Beach, New Zealand

Jul 15, 2024, 05:30 PM

A spade-toothed whale, the world's rarest whale species, has washed up on a beach in New Zealand, providing a rare opportunity for scientific research. The species is so elusive that no live sightings have ever been recorded, and only seven specimens have been discovered, all of them dead. The whale, found on Otago beach on New Zealand's South Island, measures five meters in length. Scientists hope this discovery will shed light on the species' habits, diet, and population in the vast expanse of the southern Pacific Ocean. The New Zealand Department of Conservation is involved in the investigation, which could offer significant insights into the mysterious life of these rare cetaceans.