No link to dolphin and porpoise death

Wednesday, 31 December 2014 00:00

It's not been possible to determine why two marine mammals washed up dead on the Island's beaches.

The Manx Wildlife Trust was called out on Monday to reports of a dead harbour porpoise, at Fenella Beach, and a dead common dolphin near Fisher' Hill.

Marine officer Lara Howe says it's important to carry out investigations:

The sightings had been reported by members of the public - Lara told us more about what to do if you spot something whilst on the beach:

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