Enigmatic find: Rare Bahamonde Schnabelwal discovered on New Zealand beach
Enigmatic find: Rare Bahamonde Schnabelwal discovered on New Zealand beach
extreme rarity: a rare beak whale discovered on a New Zealand beach
On July 4th, the carcass of a five -meter -long beak whale near Dunedin was found on the South Island of New Zealand. Experts suspect that it is a Bahamonde Schnabelwal, one of the rarest and the least researched whale species in the world. This discovery is of great importance for science and nature conservation, since very few copies of this kind are known.
an important moment for research
The local nature conservation authority has already sent genetic samples of the whale for analysis. The carcass is currently kept in a cold store to preserve its remains. This offers a unique opportunity for experts to learn more about this mysterious Wallart and possibly gain new knowledge.
the cultural meaning for the Maori
The Maori, the indigenous population of New Zealand, are to be included in the process in order to counter the whale the due respect. For the Maori, whales are more than just animals, they see a deep spiritual connection to the marine dwellers and consider them ancestor. Already in April of this year Maori leader Wale had declared legal persons to strengthen their protection.
a unique discovery
The Bahamonde Schnabelwal, scientifically known as Mesoplodon Traversii, has only been very rarely seen since its first discovery in 1874. There were only a few finds, including two completely preserved copies for the first time in 2010. However, these whales have already been washed down, they have never been spotted alive in the sea.
- Nag