PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — The rotting carcass of the massive fin whale that washed ashore near Sunset Beach on Feb. 12 has been carried miles away from its original location by the changing tides.
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A stranded Fin whale washed up on Sunset Beach State Park on Monday, Feb. 12. (Photos by Julie Sunset Kaartinen) -
A stranded Fin whale washed up on Sunset Beach State Park on Monday, Feb. 12. (Photos by Julie Sunset Kaartinen) -
A stranded Fin whale washed up on Sunset Beach State Park on Monday, Feb. 12. (Photos by Julie Sunset Kaartinen) -
A stranded Fin whale washed up on Sunset Beach State Park on Monday, Feb. 12. (Photos by Julie Sunset Kaartinen) -
A stranded Fin whale washed up on Sunset Beach State Park on Monday, Feb. 12. (Photos by Julie Sunset Kaartinen)
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The Seaside Aquarium announced on Feb. 15 that the whale’s body was moved 3 miles north of the Sunset Beach entrance. Those wishing to see the dead whale are still advised to keep a safe distance.