A male of a rare species of Mesoplodon, a relatively big (5m), pelagic toothed whale. Very interesting discovery that will allow to look at their DNA and find i

A male of a rare species of Mesoplodon, a relatively big (5m), pelagic toothed whale. Very interesting discovery that will allow to look at their DNA and find its position in the family. This group of animals are the least studied big mammals alive and the family has increased a lot in the last years. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/350343353/rare-whale-washes-ashore https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/350343353/rare-whale-washes-...