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Discovery of Largest Whale Graveyard in Indian Ocean

Chinese researchers have identified the largest whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean, containing fossils that date back 5.3 million years. The discovery, made during submersible dives, reveals nearly 500 skeletons and suggests there could be over 10 million carcasses in the area, providing critical sustenance for deep-sea ecosystems. The findings highlight the ecological significance of whale falls in the ocean.

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Chinese researchers have identified the largest whale graveyard in the Indian Ocean, containing fossils that date back 5.3 million years. The discovery, made during submersible dives, reveals nearly 500 skeletons and suggests there could be over 10 million carcasses in the area, providing critical sustenance for deep-sea ecosystems. The findings highlight the ecological significance of whale falls in the ocean.

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