At the Meghavaram beach in Santhabommali Mandal, a dead Blue Whale was found to be washed ashore. This fish, according to nearby fishermen, is uncommon in these waters. They believe it drowned after going into the shallow waters. To learn more about this incident, keep reading.
Blue Whales: An Introduction
The blue whale, which can weigh up to 200 tons (roughly 33 elephants’ weight), is the largest animal on Earth. Its heart is comparable to that of a Volkswagen Beetle. The long, slender body of the blue whale can vary in dorsal color from gray to blue, with the underside being a little lighter. Blue whales are regarded as the loudest animals on Earth, even louder than a jet engine. Their calls can be heard at 188 decibels, compared to 140 decibels from a jet, according to the World Wildlife Federation (WWF). They most likely use their low-frequency whistle, which can be heard for hundreds of miles, to draw in other blue whales. The WWF estimates that the animal requires about four tons of krill per day to maintain weight and that its stomach can hold one ton of krill.
Blue Whale Found On A Beach In Andhra Pradesh
According to the local fishermen, a blue whale becoming stranded on a beach in Andhra Pradesh is unusual. They added that the fish most likely perished as soon as it entered the shallow water.
A 25 ft long blue whale (#endangered species), weighing around 5 tons washed ashore and later died at a beach in Santhabommali mandal of #Srikakulam dist. The nearby villagers thronged the area to have a look. #BlueWhale #AndhraPradesh #Whale #Tekkali pic.twitter.com/IwoKVeVgao
— Surya Reddy (@jsuryareddy) July 28, 2023
Suggested To Stay Out Of The Waters?
According to forecasters, in several locations throughout coastal Andhra Pradesh and the Rayalaseema region, moderate rain will likely fall due to this weather system. The west-central and adjacent northwest Bay of Bengal are likely to experience squally weather with wind gusts up to 65 mph and speeds up to 45–55 km/h. The fishermen have thus been warned against going out into the ocean.
Locals React On The Blue Whale
A sizable crowd gathered to watch the fish from the nearby villages. There were curious onlookers taking selfies. From the scene, many photos and videos have been posted online. Videos show the mass of people gathered to take a look at the fish.
Conclusion
The said incident calls for greater awareness and action to protect our marine biodiversity. The appearance of the whale on the shores has brought shock and dismay to many. As we say goodbye to this magnificent creature, let us reaffirm our dedication to protecting marine life. Let’s work towards achieving sustainable coexistence with the various sea creatures.
What do you think of this incident? Moreover, Have you seen the videos of the fish that are posted online? Let us know your opinion in the comment section below. We await your response.
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