Hvaldimir, a beluga whale known for its connections to Russian military intelligence, has been found dead off the coast of Norway.
The whale gained notoriety in 2019 when it was discovered wearing a harness believed to be used for spying.
Hvaldimir’s body was found in the waters near the town of Sæbøvik. Marine experts suspect that the whale may have died due to health issues related to its captivity and the stress of its previous life.
Hvaldimir had been a subject of fascination and concern, drawing attention to the potential use of marine animals in espionage activities.
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Researchers had been monitoring the whale since its initial discovery, highlighting the need for further understanding of such phenomena in the animal kingdom.
