Sea lion deaths mystery

Published: 25 August 2009 y., Tuesday

Scientists are investigating the death of about 300 sea lions on the coast of Chile.

Ecologists and environmentalists suspect pollution but are trying to pinpoint the exact cause.

Šaltinis: Reuters
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