Shock as 62ft whale found washed up on Kerry beach

The fin whale was found at Baile Uí Chuill Strand, Ballinskelligs.
Shock as 62ft whale found washed up on Kerry beach

The whale is thought to have died about three weeks ago before washing up on shore this weekend. Pictures: Valerie O'Sullivan

Sun, 09 Jul, 2023 - 15:26
Michelle McGlynn

Beachgoers were shocked on Sunday morning to discover a large whale had washed up on the shore.

The 62ft fin whale was found at Baile Uí Chuill Strand, Ballinskelligs having washed up overnight on Saturday.

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