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Dead sperm whale carcass on Sydney beach causes closures and shark risk

A 25-tonne sperm whale carcass washed ashore south of Sydney, emitting a strong odor and forcing beach closures as it attracts sharks and tourists.

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Friday, 1 May 2026 at 23:38 UTC

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A 25-tonne sperm whale carcass washed ashore south of Sydney, emitting a strong odor and forcing beach closures as it attracts sharks and tourists.

e/eineurope · topic · T-15755cycle Friday, 1 May 2026 at 23:38 UTC · first reported 5d ago