Whale tragedy off LBI: Rescuers too late to save young humpback Eric Scott Published: October 20, 2025 A 29-foot juvenile humpback whale that became stranded in shallow waters off the southern tip of Long Beach Island has died after officials were unable to euthanize it in time. (Marine Mammal Stranding Center via Facebook/Google Maps/Townsquare Media illustration))

šŸ‹ Heartbreaking loss: Young humpback whale dies near Long Beach Island after failed rescue

šŸ’” Euthanasia plan stalled by storm-damaged beaches and rising tides

šŸš Whale first spotted by NJDEP aerial team, later died overnight

Young Humpback Whale Dies After Failed Rescue Off Long Beach Island

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LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. ā€” A 29-foot juvenile humpback whale that b

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