Video: Giant whale sighting sparks debate in Hurghada
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Key context: <p>The appearance of a massive whale near Umm Qamar Island, north of Hurghada, stirred debate among those working in marine-related sectors and marine life enthusiasts. Divers and sailors have circulated videos and photographs documenting the creature’s appearance during a tourist excursion. Speculation suggests it could be a fin whale, locally referred to as “al-Battan,” or …</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.egyptindependent.com/video-giant-whale-sighting-sparks-debate-in-hurghada/">Video: Giant whale sighting sparks debate in Hurghada</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.egyptindependent.com">Egypt Independent</a>.</p> This development from egyptindependent.com highlights ongoing changes in the sector.
The appearance of a massive whale near Umm Qamar Island, north of Hurghada, stirred debate among those working in marine-related sectors and marine life enthusiasts. Divers and sailors have circulated videos and photographs documenting the creature’s appearance during a tourist excursion. Speculation suggests it could be a fin whale, locally referred to as “al-Battan,” or … The post Video: Giant whale sighting sparks debate in Hurghada appeared first on Egypt Independent.
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