Whale carcass spotted off Dawesville beach

Sunday, 5 August 2018 12:48

By Monique Passchier

A whale carcass has been spotted off a Dawesville beach.

Officers from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions sighted the carcass about 12.03pm on Sunday.

It is believed to be near the Melros Reserve boat ramp.

Beachgoers have been advised to be extra cautious when entering the water as the carcass could attract sharks.

DBCA officers report whale carcass sighted 12:03hrs 05/08 Melrose Reserve Boat Ramp, Mandurah, Cont
— Surf Life Saving WA (@SLSWA) August 5, 2018

Cont - sighted , Whale carcass at the end of Baladonia Parade Mandurah Melrose Reserve Boat Ramp, Mandurah.
— Surf Life Saving WA (@SLSWA) August 5, 2018

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