CANNON BEACH, Ore. (AP) — A baby whale washed ashore in Cannon Beach during New Year's weekend.

A research team from Portland State University performed a necropsy Sunday, but did not immediately determine the cause of death.

"There were some signs that something traumatic occurred, and there were some signs of illness," said Dr. Debbie Duffield, biology professor from Portland State University.

The 15-foot long female, which apparently washed ashore on Saturday, was less decayed than other sperm whales that have been found here in recent years, giving researchers a good opportunity for study.

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