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Scientists puzzle over the mystery of a beluga pod spotted near Ireland

Researchers aren't sure why the animals were found so far from their Arctic habitat.

By Melody Schreiber January 7, 2019
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While preparing a new report on protected marine species in Irish waters, researchers spotted animals not usually seen off the coast of Ireland: three beluga whales.

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