11 whale species spotted during deep-sea expedition


Spectacular sight: A sperm whale is among the species of whales spotted in the South China Sea. — Xinhua

HAIKOU: Chinese researchers have spotted 11 whale species in the South China Sea during a deep-sea scientific expedition, the Chinese Academy of Sciences said.

The 21-day expedition wrapped up on Tuesday in Sanya, Hainan province, having covered over 3,000km.

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