A young girl and her mother found a humpback whale stranded at Wathumba Creek in K'gari, Queensland, Australia. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing BBC News.
According to the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation, the whale self-released on the afternoon of Sunday, 9 August. The department advises not to touch, interfere with, or get close to stranded marine animals and to report them immediately.
The incident has drawn attention from locals and tourists, highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation. Whale strandings are not uncommon, but each case poses a threat to the animal's life. Experts warn that human interference can worsen the situation.
The whale is currently in stable condition and has returned to the sea. The department is monitoring the situation to determine the circumstances. Beachgoers are advised to maintain a safe distance from marine animals.