In Primorye 19 beluga whales were released from the “whale prison”

“From 9:00 (02:00 Moscow time), work began on the release of 19 belugas, which were successfully completed,” Smorodov said.

It is noted that satellite tags were installed on three individuals so that scientists could monitor the movement of animals in the wild.

It is noted that a batch of 13 belugas was also loaded onto the scientific vessel Zodiac, the vessel will leave for the place of release on November 8.

At the same time, the remaining 18 animals will be loaded onto the ship Professor Kaganovsky.

Earlier it was reported that specialists began loading the last batch of beluga whales from the “whale prison” in Primorye for shipment to the place of release.

Also, the FAN reported that beluga whales are weaned from people before being released into the wild.