Saudi Arabia
Saudi: Five rare whales spotted near Al-Qunfudah
The National Center for Wildlife announced on Saturday that five rare whales have been spotted on the Red Sea shores near Al-Qunfudah, located in the Tihamah region, Makkah province.
The observation and documentation of these whales is part of the Red Sea Decade Expedition, a 19-week exploration trip that has brought together 126 researchers to carry out scientific research activities and study marine life.
The NCW tweeted: “A Bryde’s whale (Balaenoptera edeni brydei) breathing about 60km off the shores of Al-Qunfidah. These whales are very rare in the Red Sea. Five whales were documented during #RSDE.”
