* . * . . .
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookie Privacy Policy
  • DMCA
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
Friday, June 6, 2025
Love Europe
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Lifestyle
  • Sports
  • Travel
No Result
View All Result
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Culture
  • Opinion
  • Lifestyle
  • Sports
  • Travel
No Result
View All Result
Love Europe
No Result
View All Result
Home Norway

‘Russian spy’ whale who shot to fame after being spotted with harness found dead in Norway

October 6, 2024
in Norway
‘Russian spy’ whale who shot to fame after being spotted with harness found dead in Norway
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
ADVERTISEMENT

It was lifted out of the water with a crane and taken to a nearby harbour where experts will examine it.

“Unfortunately, we found Hvaldimir floating in the sea. He has died but it’s not immediately clear what the cause of death is,” marine biologist Sebastian Strand, who has monitored Hvaldimir for the past three years on behalf of the Norway-based Marine Mind non-profit organization, told NRK, adding that no major external injuries were visible on the animal.

The 4.2-metre-long and 1,225-kilogramme whale was first spotted by fishermen in April 2019 wearing a harness and what appeared to be a mount for a small camera and a buckle marked with text “Equipment St. Petersburg”.

“Spy whale”

That sparked allegations that the beluga was “a spy whale.” Experts said the Russian navy is known to have trained whales for military purposes.

Over the years, the beluga was seen in several Norwegian coastal towns, NRK said.

NGO Marine Mind said on its site that Hvaldimir was very interested in people and responded to hand signals.

“Based on these observations, it appeared as if Hvaldimir arrived in Norway by crossing over from Russian waters, where it is presumed he was held in captivity,” it said.

Source link : https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/09/01/russian-spy-whale-who-shot-to-fame-after-being-spotted-with-harness-found-dead-in-norway

Author :

Publish date : 2024-09-01 07:00:00

Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Tags: EuropeNorway
ADVERTISEMENT
Previous Post

Brits issued warning over Romania city break | World | News

Next Post

North Macedonia’s New President Prefers The Country’s Old Name

Related Posts

Norway

Norway Cracks Down as School-Leavers’ Russ Bus Parties Spiral Out of Control

Norway

Norway-Vulcan Women’s Club Empowers Students with New Scholarships

Norway

Magnus Maintains Dominance at Norway Chess After Five Thrilling Rounds

ADVERTISEMENT

Highlights

Why We Chose to Retire in Malta After 25 Years in California

Thrilling Highlights and Unforgettable Moments from the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix

Discover the Perfect Time to Visit Montenegro for an Unforgettable Trip

Samskip Unveils Exciting New UK-Netherlands Shortsea Cargo Route

Norway Cracks Down as School-Leavers’ Russ Bus Parties Spiral Out of Control

Categories

Archives

October 2024
MTWTFSS
 123456
78910111213
14151617181920
21222324252627
28293031 
« Sep   Nov »
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookie Privacy Policy
  • DMCA
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Politics
  • News
  • Business
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Travel
  • Opinion

© 2024 Love-Europe

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.
Go to mobile version