We now know what type of cetacean it is, and where it is.

The beluga spotted Tuesday in the Seine was located Thursday near a lock, about 70 km from Paris, where the authorities will try to keep it to carry out observations, announced the prefecture of Eure.

The beluga, a protected species of cetacean usually living in cold waters, was located "more than thirty kilometers from its location yesterday (Wednesday, editor's note), near a lock", specified the prefecture in a press release.

The marine animal is "around Vernon", about 70 km northwest of the capital, said the prefecture.

“In order to make the necessary observations and in cooperation with Voies navigables de France, a maintenance maneuver in the lock basin will be carried out in the afternoon” Thursday, continued the prefecture.

"Keep your distance"

The authorities appeal for caution and ask "the entire population not to attempt to approach or come into contact with the animal to facilitate the work of all State services, mobilized for the preservation of wildlife.

The Sea Shepherd association, which must go there during the day and fears a tragic end, also calls on the population to "keep their distance".

To all those who care about the fate of the beluga: keeping your distance is essential.

Help us to help it by respecting these instructions, the interest of the animal prevails over curiosity.

Thanks for him.

— Sea Shepherd France (@SeaShepherdFran) August 4, 2022

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In adulthood, a beluga measures about 4 m.

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