Skeleton of the world’s rarest marine mammal preserved by digital imaging
Scientists have digitally reconstructed the skeleton of the vaquita, the world's rarest marine mammal, to aid conservation efforts. Only seven to ten vaquitas remain in the wild, primarily due to illegal fishing practices. The project utilizes advanced imaging techniques to make the fragile anatomy accessible for global research without damaging existing specimens.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 11:00 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 12:50 UTC
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