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Ancient 40ft-long whale skeleton discovered in Thailand – The Guardian
Scientists hope find will deepen knowledge of whales but also of rising sea levels
A whale skeleton thought to be up to 5,000 years old has been discovered, almost perfectly preserved, by researchers in Thailand.
The skeleton, believed to be a Brydes whale, was found in Samut Sakhon, west of Bangkok. Researchers have excavated 80% of the remains and have so far identified 19 complete vertebrae, five ribs, a shoulder blade and fins. The skeleton measures 12 metres (39ft), with a three-metre-long skull.
The bones will be carbon-dated to verify their age, but it is thought they are…
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