Second basking shark found washed up on West Cork beach

The latest shark was found on the rocks near Harbour View Beach just outside Coutrmacsherry.

The juvenile shark, which is approximately 20ft long, washed up high on the rocks due to the full moon last night. The dead shark attracted onlookers throughout the morning. Picture: Andy Gibson.

A second basking shark has been found washed up on a West Cork beach, just days after one appeared on Inchydonney Beach.

The latest shark, approximately 20ft in length, was found on the rocks near Harbour View Beach just outside Coutrmacsherry.