Detailed examinations of the carcass earlier revealed evidence suggesting the whale was struck by a vessel.
Its tail appeared to have been severed by a powerful impact. Scientists also found broken bones and signs of haemorrhaging – injuries consistent with a ship strike.
Further analysis suggests the whale may have suffered two separate collisions.
An earlier impact to the head appears to have been survivable. However, the second strike is believed to have caused the fatal injuries.
Read Full Article At Source
