August 2008

06/08/08
Harbour Porpoise washed up on Ferryden beach. Sex undetermined due to decomposition underneath. Left cheek area missing and entire of body heavily raked through Bottlenose Dolphin attack. Length 5ft.
Carcass was secured to defence railings to prevent the tide from taking it out to sea or into the harbour. Environmental Health notified by Medic Elaine Roft who agreed to uplift. Thanks to Medic Jacque Watt for securing the carcass and confirming species, length and trauma.

Elaine Roft - Marine Mammal Medic
Montrose / Arbroath Area Coordinator