A small whale’s body has been found on Seaford beach, near Salts Recreation Ground.
On Thursday September 24, Lewes District Council made a statement encouraging near by walkers to clear the area and keep dogs on leads.
The announcement on Facebook said: “We’re sad to report that the body of a small whale has washed up on Seaford beach, near Salts Recreation Ground.
"We have notified the Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme and will work with them to remove and dispose of the body.
"Please keep clear of the affected area while removal work is carried out. If you are walking dogs nearby, please keep them on leads.”
Lewes District Council and Cetacean Strandings Investigation Programme have both been contacted for a comment.
1. Whale Carcass, Seaford Beach
Small whale found on Seaford Beach Photo: Dan Jessup
2. Whale Carcass, Seaford Beach
Small whale found on Seaford Beach, Thursday September 24. Photo: Dan Jessup
3. Whale Carcass, Seaford Beach
Body of a small Whale found on Seaford Beach Photo: Dan Jessup