Scientists investigate death of gray whale in Huntington Beach

A scientist in Orange County is working to investigate the cause of death of a gray whale that washed ashore and was later buried in Huntington Beach.

The 45-foot-long adult female whale was found on Friday afternoon with no signs of injury, but scientists are raising concerns as this was one of nearly a dozen gray whales that have washed up along the West Coast this year.

Marine biologists also said the mammal looked rather healthy, so further testing was required…

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