the first three pics was sent to chatgroup by Dr Diana the vet with Rescue Unit of Sabah Wildlife Department. the other pics sent by Miss sofia Johari to same chatgroup.
The juvenile Bryde whale was rescued around 11am , during tide. Dr Diana team arrived around 12 noon a hour after the rescuers ( villagers, honorary wardens, sabah parks) put the 8 foot ( est) mammals into a makeshift hammock and carried later released it at deeper water.
According to Sabah parks officials and villagers who built temporary shade, the whale was seen to swim slowly away from the beach.
The whale able to swim again, thanks to villagers of Indarasan laut and darat, honorary wardens, ktcs members, sabah parks and all involved in caring and the releasing the whale.