TAS: Six pilot whales beached on King Island in Bass Strait

AAP General News (Australia)
12-27-1998
TAS: Six pilot whales beached on King Island in Bass Strait

MELBOURNE, Dec 27 AAP - Six pilot whales had beached on King Island in Bass Strait,
Tasmanian police said today.

A police officer and veterinary surgeon were on hand to assess their plight, Sergeant Geoff
Fletcher said.

Director of Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Max Kitchell said a rescue bid may be mounted
later in the day.

"We have greater success in getting pilot whales back out to sea than sperm whales," Mr
Kitchell said.

Pilot whales were smaller, although they could still weigh up to seven tonnes, he said.

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KEYWORD: WHALES

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