Tragic discovery

THE coast of San Pedro del Pinatar witnessed a heart­wrenching discovery as the lifeless body of a five­metre sperm whale washed ashore on Torre Derribada beach. The unfortunate creature had beached itself, and the waves eventually pushed it onto the sand, where it was found.

The Salinas de San Pedro del Pinatar Regional Park, responsible for the management of the area, promptly reported the incident. They confirmed that the mammal had already passed away before it was discovered.

The sight of such a magnificent creature in distress left the locals and visitors deeply saddened.

In light of this unfortunate event, the Regional Park authorities urged the public to cooperate in similar situations. If beachgoers encounter stranded cetaceans, sharks, or sea turtles, whether alive or deceased, they are urged to immediately notify the Emergency Coordination Centre 112 of the Region of Murcia.

The loss of such a remarkable marine creature serves as a poignant reminder of the need for vigilance and conservation efforts to protect our precious marine life.