Hvaldimir the Beluga Whale Found Dead in Norway

Hvaldimir, a beluga whale suspected of being a Russian spy, was found dead in Risavika Bay, southern Norway. Discovered by a father and son on a fishing trip, the whale had previously gained attention in 2019 for wearing a harness labeled 'Equipment of St Petersburg,' which raised suspicions of military training by Russia. Despite being in seemingly good condition the day before, the cause of Hvaldimir's death remains unknown, with no major external injuries visible. Marine biologist Sebastian Strand, who has monitored Hvaldimir for the past three years through the non-profit Marine Mind, expressed deep sadness over the whale's sudden death. Hvaldimir had become a local celebrity due to his tame and friendly nature, often interacting with people. Experts will conduct a necropsy to determine the cause of death.