Death and Denial on Dolphin Deaths

Michael Jansy @ Common Dreams - On June 9, 2008, at least 60 dolphins stranded along the coast of Cornwall, England, in what was by far the largest common dolphin mortality ever seen in UK waters.  For hours, rescuers tried to lead them back to sea – often unsuccessfully, as some of the animals were panicked and others just milled about in tight circles, resistant to saving.  The forensic investigation that followed ultimately involved 24 experts from 5 countries and multiple government agencies.  Their verdict has just come in: the most probable cause was naval exercises.  Read more.