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Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship
Summary by Denton News Editorial Desk Stephanie Weaver , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· June 26, 2026
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Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
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What is this story about? Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
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