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Fin Whale Strikes Tacoma Ship | Seattle News
A 67-foot fin whale, an endangered species, washed ashore near Tacoma after a fatal ship strike — prompting a massive multi-agency rescue effort. Officials confirmed the adult female was alive when hit, highlighting the growing threat of maritime collisions as shipping traffic increases. Her body now rests on McNeil Island for natural decomposition, while teams from WDFW and Cascadia Research Collective conducted a full necropsy. The incident underscores the urgent need for coordination between ports, federal agencies, and marine conservation groups to protect these vulnerable giants. Listen…
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