Researches are starting to think there may be something wrong with the species. These animals travel in groups, and if their leader is sick, there's a good possibility the pack is just following behind.
Over a four day period, rescue teams and Florida Wildlife Conservation responded to 10 different whale strandings in Taylor and Dixie counties. Of those 10, only one was saved. The female whale is being treated at a rehab facility in Clearwater.
The mammal found in Hagens Cove last week washed up on shore and was in shock for hours before vets deemed it in poor condition. It was euthanized, along with eight others found last weekend.
Researches are now looking into what's causing them to beach themselves, and how they can be treated.
