Gray whale strays into Tokyo Bay

Gray whale strays into Tokyo Bay

TOKYO, Japan - A whale, believed to be a gray whale, swims in Tokyo Bay off the city of Sodegaura, Chiba Prefecture, on May 6. The whale, which is 7 to 8 meters in length, was first seen in late April in the area.

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