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NEW YORK -- There's been a common sight on Northeast beaches this summer: an alarmingly rise in whale carcasses washing in from the Atlantic Ocean. Scientists a
NEW YORK -- There's been a common sight on Northeast beaches this summer: an alarmingly rise in whale carcasses washing in from the Atlantic Ocean. Scientists are becoming increasingly concerned over the number of dead whales, an animal that provides a lens into the general condition of the ocean and the beings that reside there,
The whale washed up on Atlantic Beach is the latest in a string of deaths of the marine mammals, many of whom had injuries consistent with trauma from boat strikes.
Experts say there has been a large increase in whales spotted off Long Island, feeding off the same schools of tiny menhaden fish that have also lured sharks closer to shore.
Giant cargo ships and offshore wind turbines are among the causes being pointed at for the sad sights.